Maintenance Mechanic 3rd shift

Purpose Statement

The Maintanence Mechanic controls the efficient operation of all plant equipment by performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and electronic repair and preventive maintenance

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Assemble and install all types of new or repaired electrical circuits, systems, instrumentation and equipment, including, but not limited to, motors, regulators, controllers, generators, switches, etc.  
• Inspect electrical equipment and machinery, diagnose faulty operation, determine proper corrective action, document in maintenance scheduling program, and make indicated repairs  
• Make meggar, voltmeter, ammeter, ground locating and other electrical tests. Possess working knowledge of electrical distribution systems and switchgear. Must know Underwriter codes, national codes, state and local codes, company rules and regulations and comply with them  
• Keep current with latest types of electrical controls, motors, AC/DC Drives, (PLC) Programmable Logic Controllers, (HMI) Human Machine Interfaces and industrial lighting equipment  
• Configure, commission, troubleshoot & start up any AC/DC Drive, any (HMI) Human Machine Interface current, (PLC) Programmable Logic Controller or (DCS) Distributive Control System, current and future  
• Read, comprehend and make basic electrical prints and mark up for electrical installations  
• Start, stop, maintain, and help install and repair generating and power distribution equipment  
• Dismantle and assemble electrical motors and allied equipment of most types; repairing cleaning, and replacing parts  
• Install and repair electrical conduit and cable, including connections, controls, grounding, etc.  
• Maintain an open and candid working relationship with co-workers from all departments and immediate supervisor/manager  
• Make out work orders, requisitions, inspection reports, time distribution, material usage, etc., and perform other clerical duties necessary to maintain proper records relative to the work performed  
• Direct, assist, and instruct other co-workers on jobs where it is necessary to work together or when requested by supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Generous sign on bonus available and negotiable  
• Must have 3-5 years experience in food processing, working with standard troubleshooting and repair of production equipment with highly sophisticated control systems  
• Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal  
• Must have the ability to train other Associates in Maintenance operations  
• Must have the desire and ability to operate as a member of a Self-Directed work team  
• Must be proficient on Rich’s SCADA system  
• Must have general mechanical knowledge and electrical and logic principle knowledge  
• Has basic plumbing, metalworking and general facilities/building maintenance knowldege  
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow Associate Safety guidelines  
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow GMP and Food Safety guidelines  
• Understands proper machine operating and adjusting procedures  
• Must have the ability to work in and contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement and Temporary Teams, as assigned