Maintenance Mechanic

Ventura Foods•Waukesha, WI

66d•Onsite

About The Position

Repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical equipment and systems in both the DSM, Margarine/Oil. Utilizing skill set, Support Production Machine Operators to increase skill level in the department. Decrease equipment down-time utilizing training and skills.maintain optimal operating condition of equipment using company approved food safety practices/policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Capable to perform duties of Production Machine Technician.
Minor AC/DC electrical troubleshooting skills.
Basic understanding of mechanical applications and principles.
Basic part identification.
At least (2) years of experience in a food manufacturing plant
Basic knowledge of at least two of the following.. (a) Packaging equipment repair and maintenance (b) Processing equipment repair and maintenance (c) HVAC systems repair and maintenance (d) Hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repair.
Be able to Identify bearing type and size for lubrication.
Be able to identify the correct lubrication and amount for the application on all lubricated surfaces.
Must demonstarte mechanical competency and is able to perform some work on support equipment.
Ability to operate and troubleshoot basic packaging equipment
Basic electrical competency
Proficent in excel and powerpoint.
Proficent in JDE, able to create and close out work orders.
Basic use of hand/power tools.
Basic use of shop equipment.
An understanding and history of following GMP and other related food manufacturing policies.
Knowledge and utilization of Safety programs such as LOTO and confined space entry.
Ability to understand technical drawings and diagrams and to understand and follow verbal instruction and basic hand drawn documents.

Responsibilities

Performs corrective maintenance and emergency maintenance on food packaging/processing equipment to maximize machine up-time.
Completion of scheduled preventative maintenance and work orders assigned to increase asset life.
Troubleshoot and resolve minor equipment mechanical/electrical issues.
Rebuild pumps, mills, gearboxes and other miscellaneous mechanical entities.
Assists Production Machine Operators in troubleshooting equipment problems.
Support production operators with changeovers and machine setups to help increase skill level within production department.
Miscellaneous assigned projects/duties within the maintenance department.
Support the SQF Program and promote food safety

Benefits

Retirement savings options
Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
On-the-job training
Hourly starting rate of $$0.00 with opportunities for hourly rate increases and career progression. Positions on 2nd and 3rd shifts are eligible for a $0.25/hr shift differential.

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