Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

HP Hood•Suffield, CT

11h•$28 - $30

About The Position

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more. Shift Hours: 2:00pm to 10:30pm Monday to Friday Job Summary: This is an entry level maintenance mechanic position. Responsibilities include: Under supervision of higher-level mechanic, have the ability to learn proper troubleshooting and repairing of equipment associated in production in a timely manner as well as the maintenance of all building support equipment, including but not limited to air, water, steam, hydraulic, refrigeration, and electric systems.

Requirements

Must take in house mechanical aptitude test.
Basic math and reading skills;
Ability to work independently or in a group/team atmosphere;
Good organizational and time management skills.
High school or Trade School Diploma or equivalent experience.
Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.

Responsibilities

Properly troubleshoot and repair all equipment associated with in the production facility, in a timely manner with supervision
Perform preventative maintenance on all production, and warehouse equipment;
Properly perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and plumbing duties as required;
Rebuild/replace equipment as needed, including but not limited to pumps, gear boxes, bearings, bushings, chains, bundler headers, conveyors, etc.
Complete assigned work orders by their required due dates;
Complete assigned housekeeping duties as required;
Communicate to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager of any condition that prevents the manufacture of product to established standards;
Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP’s, SOP’s and company Policy and Procedures;
Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed;
Possess own basic hand tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position;
Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude;
Other duties assigned
Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures;
Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager;
Maintain the preventative maintenance program.