Maintenance Mechanic

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure plant electrical and mechanical systems operate safely and reliably.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade production, packaging, and filling line equipment.
• Serve as a technical resource to manufacturing, engineering, and plant support teams.
• Repair gear heads, reducers, and various types of pumps including centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.
• Install and maintain piping systems including black iron, stainless steel, copper, PVC, and flexible tubing.
• Install and replace mechanical components such as seals, bearings, O-rings, gaskets, belts, chains, rollers, sprockets, and gears.
• Perform welding and fabrication using stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, and sheet metal materials.
• Cut and shape metal using plasma cutters or torches.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems including motors, wiring, lighting, and control components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to perform installations and repairs.
• Adjust and maintain high-speed filling, packaging, and conveying equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair barcode scanners and inkjet printing systems.
• Perform machine adjustments on seamers, bottle sealers, cappers, and rotary sterilizers.
• Respond to equipment alarms and troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and ensure proper upkeep of tools and equipment.
• Track maintenance activities, spare parts inventory, and material requirements.
• Support production goals by addressing equipment failures and implementing corrective actions.
• Escort and assist external contractors performing maintenance activities in production areas.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in maintenance of manufacturing or production equipment preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including overtime and weekends as needed.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pumps, piping, and fabrication techniques.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting including motors, wiring, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams.
• Experience with high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Familiarity with precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, multimeters, and machining equipment (lathe, mill).
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• Experience with welding, metal fabrication, and equipment repair.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA, and company regulations and policies.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks to prevent equipment failure and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain strong presence on the production floor to support operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and throughput initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of production equipment setup and operation.