Maintenance Technician Lead - Gpac

Calling all Maintenance Technicians! Are you looking for a new opportunity? How about with a company that truly values their employees and ensures they are well taken care of? Then look no further! 

One of my best clients in food production is confidentially seeking Maintenance Technicians and Leads, for all three shifts! Located in Knoxville, TN, this medium sized facility, is currently in expansion mode and will be growing their maintenance department in the new year! They are committed to providing the highest quality products and safe and supportive working environments!

This position performs various installation and repair work on operating equipment and building maintenance. Work assignment includes electrical and mechanical maintenance tasks. 

Reasons why this position is worth considering: 

• Company’s turnover rate is only 3%
• Employers mission is that employees feel appreciated and taken care of
• Substantial benefits package including medical, dental, short term/long term, 401K
• Excellent PTO package and paid holidays 
• ALL benefits received on start date 
• 100% company provided TextCare, virtual health support services, for employee and family 
• Over 200 hours of Overtime available yearly 
• Plenty of FREE production food!

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Ability to install, repair, and otherwise maintain equipment relative to the total manufacturing process
• Work includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and welding operations associated with installation and repair of equipment such as but not limited to vertical baggers, pumps, and conveyers
• Electrical troubleshooting and repairs
• Rebuild machine and overhaul components and attachments which involves dismantling, inspection, repair or replacement of parts
• Preventative maintenance checks on various equipment to ensure safe operating condition
• Use of forklift, scissor lift, and JLG lift required
• Perform other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two year technical degree in Electrical / Mechanical repair and maintenance related work experience required.  Five years or more of related maintenance experience will be considered equivalent
• Skilled in reading micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other types of calipers
• Skilled at operations such as fitting / alignment of bearings, spindles and shafts, aligning and calibration of measuring devices and moving parts, adjusting and feeding mechanisms
• Ability to read and comprehend standard operating instructions or industrial blueprints in performance of job duties
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Manufacturing experience in a Food Manufacturing Facility is a plus
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

If this sounds like a great opportunity for you, APPLY TODAY!

For any additional information, please contact Xavier at 219-319-5052. Confidential Resumes may be sent to xavier.scott-reed@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.