Senior Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd/3rd Shift - Home Market Foods

VERY COMPETITIVE PAY/INCENTIVES & WE WILL RELOCATE

The Senior Maintenance Mechanic reports to the shift supervisor and involves highly skilled troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, and repair of complex electro-mechanical equipment, including electronic controls, conveyor systems, production machinery, and support equipment. The Senior Maintenance Mechanic is seen as the expert resource in the plant that can fix all/most equipment and is responsible for not only executing technical work but also for teaching and mentoring junior mechanics and apprentices, sharing knowledge on troubleshooting techniques and schematics interpretation. This role plays a major role in ensuring the uninterrupted continuity of manufacturing and support systems and processes throughout the facility.

What You'll Do:

• Maximize uptime utilizing expert knowledge and troubleshooting techniques with electrical systems including power distribution, motor controls, variable speed controllers, robotics, automated packaging machinery, process equipment including pumps, valves, meters and mixing equipment.
• Analyze equipment performance, troubleshoot to isolate the problem, determine (and perform) actions needed to restore the system to performance specifications.
• Lead the diagnosis and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment issues, using technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to enhance equipment performance and minimize downtime.
• Identify and replace defective components, ensuring high standards of machinery operation.
• Participate as necessary in new projects to install or improve the safety and performance of existing and new equipment.
• Mentor and assist junior mechanics, fostering skill development and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Experience in welding/fabrication. May conduct welding (stick, MIG, TIG) and operate machine tools (lathe, Bridgeport, drill press) as needed.

What You'll Bring:

• Ten+ years of maintenance experience, ideally including experience at an OEM or similar
• Expert in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repairs of industrial equipment and facilities including working knowledge of mechanical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and facility systems (hot water, compressed air, refrigeration.)
• Experience in food processing required; experience with packaging machinery preferred
• MA Fireman 2 License and/or Ammonia Operator 1 Certification preferred
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic power systems, conveyor systems, or control systems
• Knowledge of PLC’s is required
• Initiative, critical thinking, complex problem solving, judgement and decision making, persistence, attention to detail, adaptability, flexibility, concern for others and leadership
• Utilize CMMS, identify trends, and use data to drive improvements to the preventative maintenance process
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP/GMP) requirements
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics and repair instruction
• Requires strong communication skills (interpersonal, written and verbal), as well as the ability to calculate figures and amounts as needed
• Capable of defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, experimenting and drawing valid conclusions
• Ability to learn new information quickly (i.e. maintenance and administrative technology, changes in controls)
• Valid U.S. Driver's License
• Bilingual English-Spanish skills are a bonus

Exciting Benefits Await You!

• Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
• Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance.
• Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Free Gym Access.
• Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement.
• Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents.
• Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees.
• Receive a Generous 401k Company Match.
• Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off.
• Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage.
• Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition.
• Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program.
• Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities.
• Celebrate Together with Employee Appreciation BBQs, Happy Hours, Birthdays, & More!

Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply!

Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential.

At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace.