Mechanical Specialist

Kraft Heinz•Dover, DE

10d•$42•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Specialist will support all manufacturing areas by repairing, troubleshooting, and performing preventative maintenance on all plant and processing related equipment and systems. This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and partners with hourly and salaried maintenance/production teams to restore uptime and improve reliability. The specialist will troubleshoot major equipment failures quickly and accurately, diagnose root causes, and complete corrective repairs. They will execute scheduled PM/PdM work, document completion and findings, and recommend/implement reliability/productivity improvements. The role involves performing mechanical work traditionally covered by millwright and pipe shop functions, assisting packaging areas as needed, and fabricating, installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment from prints/layouts. This includes installing/maintaining pumps, servicing process/fluid pumps, maintaining facility/building components, installing/maintaining plant piping systems, and operating hand/power tools. The specialist will also maintain adequate spare parts stocking levels, prepare required reports/records using CMMS (SAP), and participate in ongoing technical training.

Requirements

Basic Math & Literacy: Proficient in reading and basic mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Basic computer proficiency, including typing/keyboarding skills.
Exceptional problem-solving, time management, and follow-up skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with project engineers on technical objectives.
Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance principles for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
Ability to quickly diagnose and repair complex machinery and system breakdowns.
Committed to improving plant efficiency through proactive troubleshooting and repair.
Experience performing scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance; able to manage spare parts inventory to support all equipment.
Self-motivated professional willing to participate in intensive technical training and cross-functional skill development.
Lift 50 pounds.
Constant bending and twisting; Able to reach above shoulders.
Able to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, and crouch occasionally.
Must have good verbal communication and basic mathematical skills.
Self-motivated and strong drive for results.
Able to become certified to operate a lift truck.
Must possess appropriate tools and toolbox.
Able to work in hot/humid conditions as well as areas that may contain dust/starch particles and egg.
Able to pass their FIT test.
Safety glasses, slip resistant steel toe shoes, ear plugs, bump cap, hair net and beard net (when on plant floor) required.
Willing to work any shift, weekends and holidays.
Maintain work area in an orderly and sanitary condition.
Perform any and all duties assigned.
Perform all duties in compliance with Federal, State and local codes and laws, plant rules and practices of safety, conduct, sanitation, good housekeeping and quality.

Nice To Haves

Consideration will be given to individual qualifications and seniority in making final selection among applicants for this job.

Responsibilities

Support all manufacturing areas by repairing, troubleshooting, and performing preventative maintenance on all plant and processing related equipment and systems.
Report to Maintenance Supervisor; partner with hourly and salaried maintenance/production teams to restore uptime and improve reliability.
Troubleshoot major equipment failures quickly and accurately; diagnose root cause and complete corrective repairs.
Execute scheduled PM/PdM work; document completion and findings.
Recommend and implement reliability/productivity improvements based on system performance reviews and equipment history.
Perform mechanical work traditionally covered by millwright and pipe shop functions; assist packaging areas as needed.
Fabricate, install, maintain, and repair equipment from prints/layouts; modify/install production lines per engineering direction.
Perform rigging, handling, alignment, and shop layout work; use standard millwright practices and tools.
Install/maintain pumps (including large units requiring rigging/alignment); service process/fluid pumps (packing, glands, couplings, minor field repairs; replace up to 3-inch units).
Maintain facility/building components and supporting equipment (doors, floors, loading/unloading, elevators, man lifts/hoists, air compressors).
Install, maintain, and repair plant piping systems (steam, water, air, hydraulic, product, drains, valves/filters/coils); apply pipefitting theory and perform required calculations.
Operate hand/power tools (threaders, saws, drill presses, sewer cleaners, etc.); perform hydrostatic/pressure testing as required.
Maintain adequate spare parts stocking levels for supported equipment.
Prepare required reports/records; use CMMS (SAP) for work orders and PM documentation.
Participate in ongoing technical training and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental benefits
Company match 401(k) Plan
Company-paid Short Term Disability benefits.
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

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