Job Openings Maintenance Mechanic

About the job Maintenance Mechanic

Position Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative maintenance (PMs) and repairs on automated equipment, including AC/DC motors, pumps, PLC/controls, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, conveyors, and trolleys in an FDA-regulated environment. This role works closely with cross-functional teams such as Maintenance, Safety, Operations, and Quality to meet business objectives and production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute assigned preventative maintenance activities, including creating and updating documentation.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime.

  • Assist operations with equipment changeovers as needed.

  • Maintain adequate inventory of parts and supplies.

  • Coordinate changeover timing with planning, warehouse teams, and vendors.

  • Maintain work areas to required standards and perform housekeeping activities.

  • Follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures.

  • Comply with quality and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines.

  • Support general building maintenance to meet GMP and OSHA standards.

  • Prioritize maintenance activities based on production scheduling and demands.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing automated equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic controls.

  • Knowledge of and adherence to GMP standards.

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

  • Knowledge of safety procedures and ability to follow them consistently.

  • Physical ability to climb, bend, kneel, lift 50 pounds, and work at heights.

  • On-call availability for nights and weekends.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft or Google Suite, SAP, or similar systems.

  • Familiarity with food safety regulations (AIB, FDA, USDA, cGMP).

Preferred:

  • 3+ years electromechanical experience.

  • Experience in food safetyregulated environments.

  • Technical certification or degree in machining, HVAC, electromechanics, or related field.

Key Competencies

  • Strong mechanical aptitude.

  • Electrical knowledge.

  • Pneumatics and hydraulics expertise.

  • Controls experience (preferred).


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