Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Shift: 2nd, 3rd Shift

Industry: Food Processing / Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

As a Maintenance Mechanic
, you are directly responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment, and systems in a food processing environment
.

• Perform visual inspections of machinery and equipment to identify defects such as breakage or excessive wear
• Troubleshoot and repair production or processing equipment, with a focus on modern automated systems
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, implement effective solutions, and ensure compliance with safety standards during all maintenance activities
• Identify and respond to unusual machine noises or malfunctions to prevent downtime
• Work closely with fellow maintenance technicians and engineering staff to resolve technical problems
• Dismantle malfunctioning equipment and install new or repaired components as needed
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain parts including shafts, bearings, and gears to ensure smooth operation
• Support operation and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic, ammonia, and other critical systems
• Install and repair electrical components such as transformers, breakers, switches, receptacles, and machine wiring
• Maintain and repair the physical structures of production equipment and facilities
• Operate welding and cutting equipment for repair and fabrication tasks
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize unexpected breakdowns
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, showing initiative and self-motivation

Mid-Senior level

Manufacturing;
Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Base pay range: $35.00/hr - $40.00/hr