Mechanic A- Omaha, NE

GRUMA•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance, checking, and troubleshooting of various electrical and mechanical equipment. This includes 3-phase and single-phase electrical equipment, AC/DC electrical equipment, solid-state and electronic equipment, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). The position also involves reading wiring diagrams, performing PM and repair work according to A.I.B. and G.M.P. principles, diagnosing and repairing gearboxes, fans, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, valves, electric motors, relays, timers, and oven combustion setup and safety devices. Additionally, the role requires installing and repairing electrical conduit, cables, piping, tubing, controls, and grounding, as well as performing hydraulic and pneumatic repair functions, lubrication, and simple rigging. The mechanic will also assist in maintaining spare parts inventory, keeping the shop area clean, training new personnel, and promoting a positive work environment. Adherence to all plant safety rules, regulations, and the use of personal protective equipment is mandatory. This position may require working various shifts, including holidays and weekends, and compliance with Food Safety and Quality Programs.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent required.
6 years of industrial maintenance/electrical experience required.
Functional Knowledge in electricity, welding, PLC, mechanical, etc.
Ability to disassemble, repair and reassemble gear boxer, fans, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, valves, furnaces, drives and all allied mechanical equipment when directed related to electrical troubleshooting.
Possess functional knowledge of lubricants for all types of machines and knowledge of dust and fume collectors.
Ability to install, programs and troubleshoots Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
Ability to install and repair electrical conduit cables, piping, and tubing, including all necessary connections, controls and grounding as directed.
Possess functional working knowledge of industrial machinery, hydraulic systems, pneumatic system, air systems, and be able to read semi-complex diagrams and troubleshoot working systems.
Possess a Functional working knowledge of the following equipment: MIG/TIG welding equipment Arc welding equipment Gas and plasma cutting equipment. Power tools such as drill presses, cut off saws, lathes, mills and portable table tools Electrical test equipment such as voltmeter, megger, ammeter, diode, SCR tester, ohm meter, amp meter, etc.
Must be able to read and understand the basic and semi-complex electrical and mechanical blueprints and use simple shop math and possess knowledge of federal, state, local electrical codes.
Ability to read and make proper installations of complex electrical circuits from wiring diagrams as instructed.
Functional knowledge of oven combustion setup and safety devices troubleshooting and repairs
Ability to install, operate, maintain, check, and troubleshoot all types of AC and DC electrical and mechanical equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Communication Skills, computer, and good math skills

Nice To Haves

Food/beverage processing or packaging environment preferred.
Certified in Allen Bradley PLC programming or equivalent preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish / English) preferred.

Responsibilities

Installs, operates, maintains, checks, and troubleshoots 3 phase and single-phase electrical equipment, also all types of A/C and D/C electrical equipment.
Installs, operates, maintains, checks, and troubleshoots all types of mechanical equipment as directed.
Install, troubleshoot, and repair solid state and electronic equipment.
Changes shifts and days off as necessary when directed.
Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and install programs and troubleshoots Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
Use safe working practices and always reports all hazardous conditions.
Inspects machines, takes any required test, and completes “all” reports and paperwork as required for company record.
Basic knowledge Shop Machines, using lathe and mill when necessary due to breakdown, or as directed by supervision.
Reads wiring diagrams and makes proper installation of semi-complex electrical circuit
Perform PM and repair work in accordance with A. I. B. and G. M. P. principals.
Diagnoses and employs proper procedure of troubleshooting to determine when parts need replacement and when repairs are necessary.
Dismantles, repairs, and re-assembles gearboxes, fans, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, valves, drivers, and all allied mechanical equipment when directed or when directly related to electrical trouble shooting.
Dismantles, repairs, and re-assembles electric motors, relays, timers, and all allied electrical equipment.
Oven combustion setup and safety devices troubleshooting and repairs.
Installs and repairs electrical conduit, cables, piping, tubing (including all necessary connections), controls, and grounding as directed.
Performs necessary repairs as directed to dust and fume collectors.
Operates mobile lift truck and hoisting equipment when required to perform maintenance work. Must have forklift operator’s license approved.
Performs hydraulic and pneumatic repair functions and performs necessary lubrication of production machines as directed.
Perform simple rigging when necessary for equipment moving and relocation.
Helps maintain spare parts inventory for plant as directed by checking out parts from parts room, using parts ordering procedure, and restocking inventory.
Helps maintain shop area and parts room clean and orderly.
Assist in the training of new personnel.
Maintains a positive and constructive work environment within the department as well with other departments and promotes teamwork.
Must adhere to and obey all plant safety rules and regulations and wear all personal protective equipment as directed.
Follow (LO/TO) all Safety procedures and Company Safety Policy
Must work various shifts and hours including holidays and weekends.
Comply with all Food Safety and Quality Programs
Other duties