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Vernon, CA (On-Site)

Maintenance Mechanic 

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Mechanic 

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance 

SUPERVISED BY: Maintenance Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: 4:00am-12:30pm or 1:00pm-9:30pm

SALARY RANGE: $30-$33/ hour D.O.E

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Mechanic conducts machine setup, performs repairs/preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on plant equipment to include, but not limited to: centrifuges, vacuum pumps, mixers, packaging machinery, conveyors, etc.  

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • Responsible to adhere to safety and quality expectations. 
  • Follows proper Good Manufacturing Practices (“GMP”) and wears proper PPE for the job completed (Head, Ears, Eyes, Hand, and Foot protection, hair/beard nets, etc). Always be mindful of and adhere to GMP, Quality and Food Safety requirements. 
  • Applies 5S principles when completing a job. Keeps work area clean, uncluttered and organized to increase safety, reduce waste, and optimize productivity. 
  • Performs mechanical skills, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production equipment. 
  • Performs scheduled maintenance repairs of plant equipment, including but not limited to production equipment, gearboxes, centrifugal pumps, conveyors, packaging equipment, electrical motors, mixers. 
  • Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance service. 
  • Perform and/or assists team members on emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production. 
  • Installs replacement belts, filters, gears, chains and valves. 
  • Rebuilds valves, pumps and gearboxes. 
  • Troubleshoot pneumatic, electric and hydraulic machine problems and assist team members with necessary repairs. 
  • Performs basic preventive maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts, drives chains, visual inspection, etc. 
  • Comply with OSHA & CalOSHA safety and health rules (Confined Space, LOTO, etc). 
  • Ensures tasks are completed in accordance with USDA, FDA, BRC, & Cal-OSHA standards. 
  • Maintains accurate records of maintenance work performed during shift through CMMS 
  • Provides regular status reports to maintenance leadership team. 
  • Operate powered lift vehicles and hand trucks to convey, move, and hoist materials.  
  • Other duties and projects as assigned or needed by company leadership

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 1-4 years of experience in a maintenance mechanic capacity and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Trade School (of manufacturing relevance) and/or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Mechanical or Electrical Technical degree preferred.
  • OSHA certification preferred.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical, reasoning, and common sense.
  • Ability to read schematics and drawings.
  • Strong technical skills in the mechanical field.
  • Knowledge of maintenance systems, work order process, preventive/predictive maintenance, and 5S.
  • Knowledge of electrical circuits and troubleshooting preferred.
  • Knowledge of welding stainless steel and other metals preferred.
  • Ability to use or learn how to use E-Maint CMMS program.
  • Ability to manage stress and react quickly in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

I have read the job description above and I understand that the knowledge, skills, abilities, and assigned responsibilities listed are conditions of my employment with Coast Packing Company. I also understand that the job description may be changed or altered at any time and may not include all of my job responsibilities.