Maintenance, Mechanical

Russell Stover•Abilene, KS

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic performs mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, basic welding, fabrication, and start-ups on production equipment. The role requires working independently while following written and verbal instructions, maintaining reports, and completing routine service, major repairs, and facility maintenance. The mechanic inspects, diagnoses, and repairs production equipment to keep it safe and operational, responding promptly to breakdowns and coordinating with other departments. The position also includes complying with safety procedures and regulatory requirements, maintaining tools and work areas, following Good Manufacturing Practices and food-safety programs, and reporting potential food-safety hazards or process deviations. Work takes place in a food-manufacturing plant with varied equipment, protective gear, food-safety dress requirements, and exposure to potential food allergens. Most roles are in a climate-controlled environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, and pneumatic systems.
Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Ability to understand technical manuals, instructions, and warning signs.
Ability to safely and proficiently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Ability to operate welding and brazing equipment, lathes, milling machines, and other shop equipment.
Excellent communication skills and ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation.
Ability to routinely and frequently stand, stoop, bend, climb, and lift to meet cleaning requirements.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills supporting mobility, quick reflexes, and dexterity in ceiling-height areas.
Visual and hearing ability sufficient to recognize or detect warning devices and signs.
Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Trade certification.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance services on production equipment using appropriate checklists.
Inspect, analyze, and diagnose machine and assembly-component problems and defects, using diagnostic equipment as required.
Make adjustments, repairs, rebuilds, replacements, and installations of machine and assembly components; properly replace guards that have been removed.
Complete equipment start-ups as required and perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, basic welding, fabrication, and maintenance.
Maintain production equipment and facilities through routine service, major repairs, and preventive, emergency, and other maintenance.
Accurately account for labor, parts, and operational supplies and complete documentation required by regulatory requirements.
Respond promptly and appropriately to breakdowns to minimize downtime, overtime, cost, and interruption to sales or customer service.
Use and maintain tools and equipment safely, keep hand tools free of defects, and maintain an orderly work area.
Store and dispose of lubricants, solvents, paint, and other chemicals in accordance with applicable regulations and company policy.
Maintain current knowledge of maintenance methods, practices, diagnostic equipment, and manufacturer-recommended procedures.
Communicate and coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient use of company equipment.
Follow company policies, safety rules, and regulatory mandates, including lockout/tagout, electrical safety, and confined-space requirements.
Take appropriate action to ensure system integrity.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and food-safety requirements to support product quality and compliance.
Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to support regulatory compliance, consumer safety, and plant food-safety and quality objectives.
Promptly report and take appropriate action on observed or potential food-safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor.
Contribute to continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Culture.