Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/Technician - 2nd Shift - HP Hood

Suffield, CT 06078

About the Job

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other – One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.
This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

For candidates based in Connecticut, this position starts at $34.74, up to $37.13.

Education and Experience:

High School education or equivalent.
Prevalent certificates toward trade (electrical, welding, plumbing, HVAC).
Must have experience in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, hydraulics, welding, pneumatics.
Must have knowledge or equal training in all our programs HP Hood LLC has to offer.
- Hazmat.
- Electrical Safety.
- LO/TO.
- Confined Space.
- Arc Flash Protection.
- Fire Extinguisher.
- Blood Borne’s.
- 1st Aid & CPR.
- Asbestos.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 50 lbs several times.
Heat/Cold 125° F to -40° F.
Wet locations.
Inside/Outside work.
Standing: Long periods of time (4–6 hours).
Sitting: Infrequently.
Walking: Occasionally for short periods.
Climbing: Frequently.
Bending: Frequently.
Twisting of Spine: Occasionally.
Twisting of wrists: Frequently.
Lifting: Light (< 30 lbs frequently, > 30 lbs occasionally).
Carrying: Light (30-50 lbs) frequently, distance 30 yards.
Pushing/Pulling: Under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.
Pushing/Pulling: Over 75 lbs with assistance occasionally.
Ability to withstand varying temperatures ranging anywhere from 100°F to -40°F for varied periods of time.

Job Responsibilities:

Daily, weekly, monthly job tasks.
Inspections.
Heading committees.
Proactive responses for general repairs.
Be responsible for Production floor, Engine Room and Waste Treatment Facility.
Self motivated.
Extremely team orientated.
Work closely with Manager.
Identify Manager’s goals and develop them into his.
Assist in training programs.
Make out schedules.
Post jobs (work assignments daily).
Develop procedures to be proactive instead of reactive.
Develop ER/Maintenance into one group through extensive training.
Cover meetings when Manager can’t attend.

Job Details:

2nd shift hours 2pm -10:30pm.
Monday through Friday.

Safety Responsibilities:

Safety is vitally important not only at our facility but also from a personal standpoint.
Employees are responsible for understanding and following all safety procedures.
Likewise, food safety is a key performance indicator.
Understanding this, GMP and housekeeping procedures are to be followed as part of any job at our facility.

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities:

Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Position is backed up by Electrician A.

Source : HP Hood