Utility Mechanic - 3rd Shift (Hunt Valley)

McCormick & Company•HUNT VALLEY, MD

11d•$27 - $40

About The Position

McCormick & Company is seeking a full-time Utility Mechanic for its 3rd shift in Hunt Valley. Under the general supervision of Maintenance Leadership, the mechanic maintains packaging, blending, and fermentation equipment across multiple departments. The role completes planner/corrective, predictive, and preventive equipment inspections, improvement work, and safety work orders according to established procedures. The position works primarily on the production floor and supports production, with flexibility in shift and workday assignments to meet business needs and reduce overtime. McCormick describes itself as a global flavor company with approximately 14,000 employees and operations across 160 countries and territories. The company offers a range of benefits and programs. The position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program; permanent employees are eligible for the company’s Total Rewards programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; food processing experience is preferred.
Ability to read, navigate, and interpret multiple computerized data collection and data entry systems.
Experience overhauling and rebuilding automated equipment, including replacing bearings, shafts, and drives using tools such as drills, saws, grinders, presses, welders, and wrenches.
Working experience with preventive maintenance practices.
Ability to read and interpret pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics, as well as engineering and machine diagrams and drawings.
Ability to work from blueprints without supervision.
Ability to perform basic math functions, including using a ruler and micrometer; comprehend written instructions for manuals; and sketch drawings.
Logical thinking, independent judgment, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
Experience working safely, effectively, and accurately in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Excellent time-management, multitasking, and organizational skills.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams and influence peer-to-peer relationships.
Flexibility and adaptability to business needs, including shift and workday assignment changes to support business requirements and reduce overtime.
Ability to move or lift up to 50 pounds frequently and, occasionally, up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance experience in food processing.

Responsibilities

Lubricate, maintain, and evaluate equipment for proper adjustment, including replacing grease fittings and managing lubricant selection, application, and consolidation.
Manage re-greasing intervals and volumes, troubleshoot lubrication issues, and develop improved lubrication systems or methods with attention to environmental, health, and safety issues.
Participate in AM, CI, and TPM teams and interact consistently with production, spending approximately 90% of the time on the floor supporting production.
Maintain and improve preventive maintenance sheets and daily checklists with specific, actionable information.
With supervision, respond to trouble calls on production/process equipment and facilities.
Complete handoffs with maintenance and production counterparts before and after the shift.
Use available resources to continually improve individual skills related to core job duties.
Adjust shift and workday assignments as needed to support business requirements and reduce overtime.

Benefits

Tuition assistance.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and group life insurance.
401(k) and profit-sharing plans.
Paid holidays and vacations.
Paid parental leave.
Fertility benefits.
Employee Assistance Program and caregiver support.
McCormick Dividend Program eligibility.
Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life, and disability benefits.
Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.