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HP Hood LLC · 3 months ago

Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift

Suffield,CT

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$27.01/hr - $29.41/hr

HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. They are seeking an entry level maintenance mechanic to troubleshoot and repair equipment associated with production and perform preventative maintenance on all production and warehouse equipment.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Properly troubleshoot and repair all equipment associated with in the production facility, in a timely manner with supervision

Perform preventative maintenance on all production, and warehouse equipment

Properly perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and plumbing duties as required

Rebuild/replace equipment as needed, including but not limited to pumps, gear boxes, bearings, bushings, chains, bundler headers, conveyors, etc

Complete assigned work orders by their required due dates

Complete assigned housekeeping duties as required

Communicate to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager of any condition that prevents the manufacture of product to established standards

Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP’s, SOP’s and company Policy and Procedures

Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed

Possess own basic hand tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position

Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude

Other duties assigned

Qualification

Mechanical troubleshootingElectrical systems maintenanceHydraulic systems maintenancePneumatic systems maintenanceWelding skillsPlumbing skillsBasic math skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skillsTeamworkPositive attitude

Required

Must take in house mechanical aptitude test

Basic math and reading skills

Ability to work independently or in a group/team atmosphere

Good organizational and time management skills

Possess own basic hand tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position

Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed

Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP's, SOP's and company Policy and Procedures

Required to talk and hear

Ability to read small print (manuals)

Ability to use hand and fingers to perform tasks

Ability to perform tasks while lying on back /side

Ability to perform tasks on knees and in awkward positions

Ability to perform tasks in limited access areas as well as cramped, awkward and confined spaces

Long periods of time standing (4 - 6 hours)

Occasionally walking for short periods

Frequently climbing while standing on ladders

Frequently squatting / crouching

Frequently using hands / wrists / arms

Frequently twisting of wrists

Light lifting (< 30 lbs. frequently, > 30 lbs. occasionally)

Light carrying (30-50 lbs.) frequently, distance 30 yards

Frequently pushing/pulling under 75 lbs. without assistance

Occasionally pushing/pulling over 75 lbs. with assistance

Ability to withstand varying temperatures ranging anywhere from 100°F to -40°F for varied periods of time

Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules

Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager

Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager

Meet all company requirements for training, including Log Out/Tag Out, confined space, electrical safety, Hazmat Technician, hot work, ladder, fall protection, fire safety, etc

Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures

Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager

Maintain the preventative maintenance program

High school or Trade School Diploma or equivalent experience