Maintenance Mechanic (Day Shift 2A)
About The Position
Responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of equipment to meet product quality, employee safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements. Areas of responsibility include plant equipment and conveyors, production lines, prep areas, dry and finished-goods storage, chillers, kitchen ventilation, fire and safety systems, buildings and grounds, CIP, and bulk chemicals. The role supports the production schedule by promoting effective equipment operation and limiting downtime to support customer service and production efficiency. The mechanic performs preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, equipment installation and moves, lubrication rounds, and other assigned maintenance work. The role plans and organizes work, maintains records and orderly work areas, communicates maintenance issues to operations, and contributes to safety and compliance activities. The position works with little supervision, though work is reviewed, and may recommend actions and alternatives to a supervisor and others. This is a manufacturing role at the Everett Plant in Everett, Washington. The employee must be available and flexible to work different shifts and days, sometimes for weeks at a time, and may need to work weekends or overtime. The work involves extensive walking and standing, repetitive hand and wrist motion, climbing and balancing, and occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds. The manufacturing environment may involve heat, cold, dust, and hazards that might cause minor injury.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of maintenance experience and advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- At least 2 years of manufacturing experience; food manufacturing experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to obtain full-face respirator certification; the certification program will be provided.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, CMMS, and control systems.
- Ability to read electrical and mechanical plans.
- Ability to obtain forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift certifications.
- Basic personal tool set, including combination wrenches, screwdrivers, a basic socket set, channel locks, adjustable wrenches, and a small sledgehammer.
- Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward.
- Positive, motivated team contributor who can develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Creative problem-solving skills, close attention to detail, strong organization, and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Comfort working at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments.
- Passion for food.
- Willingness to address difficult situations directly, with patience and respect.
- Availability and flexibility to work different shifts and days, sometimes for weeks at a time, including weekends or overtime as required.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of extensive walking and standing, talking, repetitive hand and wrist motion, climbing and balancing, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Food manufacturing experience.
- Sanitary TIG welding.
- Vibrational analysis.
- PLC/control experience.
- Fabrication experience.
- Equipment center lining.
Responsibilities
- Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with OEM guidelines.
- Complete assigned scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
- Maintain equipment records and perform inspections.
- Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning or non-functioning equipment.
- Keep the Maintenance Shop, Electrical Room, Parts Room, and maintenance-related areas of the production floor clean and organized.
- Install new equipment and move existing equipment.
- Plan work by organizing the job site, specifying OEM parts, communicating plans to affected personnel, and staging appropriate tools.
- Maintain effective communication between maintenance and operations, providing current and correct information about maintenance issues affecting production.
- Complete Employee Job Safety Accountabilities.
- Identify compliance issues promptly and report them to the appropriate person.
- Assist with health and safety action plans in coordination with QA, Safety, and others as appropriate.
- Assist in completing GSTD investigations.
- Perform lubrication rounds in accordance with OEM guidelines.
- Perform other maintenance tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
