Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Monitors equipment operations and preforms mechanical repairs and adjustments as necessary
• Inspects and replaces pneumatic and hydraulic hoses ... • Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic malfunction(s)
• Diagnoses and repairs circuit and component issues
• Installs and dismantles packaging and related equipment
• Reports the general condition of equipment and recommends replacement when necessary to supervisor
• Responsible for:
• setup, start-up, and operation of packaging machines
• minor and major adjustments before start-up and during operation
• for completing and keeping required packaging reports, logs, and other paperwork
• requisitioning materials and parts
• preventive maintenance
• machine and work area cleanliness
• Performs other duties as may be assigned
Job Requirements
• Must be able to respond with troubleshooting methods under time and delivery pressure
• Must be able to work from blueprints, electronic schematic diagrams, block diagrams, layouts or other specifications both verbal and written
• Must be able to program and maintain coder system
• Must be able to perform repairs and tests on mechanical packaging equipment such as clutch assemblies, gear head motors, reduction drive units and high pressure glue pumps
• Must be able to perform minor and major adjustments to machines
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must have electrical, electronics, pneumatics, and welding skills and experience
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, rotating shifts, holidays and overtime as needed
• Must be able to work in loud production environments
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures
• Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of measurement and weighing systems
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have strong knowledge of packaging equipment and packaging process or mechanical aptitude
• Must have a strong focus on quality, safety and efficiency
• Must have strong knowledge of Food Safety, Regulatory, and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Must be able to work in safe and proficient manner
• Must be able to work independently as well as a team player
• Must be certified to operate a forklift and other mobile industrial equipment
Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs frequently
• Must be able to reach and use arms in a repetitive motion frequently
• Must be able to stand and walk constantly, bend and stoop occasionally
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to perform tasks wearing required PPE such as but not limited to protective footwear, clothing, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
Education and/or Experience
• At least two years consistent work history as a mechanic in a manufacturing environment
• High School diploma or GED is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of this Employer to comply with all applicable fair employment practices and equal opportunity laws in every country where our employees work, and to provide employment opportunities, as well as administer all terms and conditions of employment, to all qualified persons on an equal basis. The Employer prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law
