Food and Beverage Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job description
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.

This position starts at $33.24 per hour.

Job Function:

Under direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Maintenance Manager, will follow all established procedures and policies, while producing a product that meets or exceeds available standards while prioritizing safety, quality and efficiency to meet the goals of the company.

Job Responsibilities:
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Executes assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Available for call-ins and required over-time to support critical situations.
• Perform assigned duties in a timely manner, including follow-up to ensure work was completed satisfactorily.
• Perform assigned duties following "Good Manufacturing Practices".
• Assist operators in routine maintenance procedures & training on minor trouble-shooting & repairs.
• Conduct general repairs & maintenance to facility and grounds as assigned.
• Attend Daily Production Meeting as required.
• Maintain records and logs as required.
• Perform operating task and adjustments in the Wastewater Treatment plant.
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
• Perform inventory control functions relating to spare parts, tools & equipment.
• Actively participate in special teams representing the Maintenance organization.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:
• GED or High School Diploma.
• At least 3 years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, etc).
• Excellent troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to work well with people.
• Strong communication skills.
• Multi-tasked Individual.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Working Conditions:
• Factory environment.
• Varying noise and heat levels.
• Responsibilities allow occasional opportunity for varying work routine.

Physical Demands:
• Standing: Long periods (up to 8 hours).
• Sitting: Occasionally for short periods.
• Walking: Long periods.
• Bending & Twisting: Frequently.
• Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently.
• Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently.
• Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities:
• Maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Maintaining the master list of documents.
• Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Serve as backup to notify any Maintenance Manager or QA Manager of a food quality and safety issue in the event a supervisor is unavailable.
• Backup: Other Maintenance Mechanics and/or Maintenance Supervisor.

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Focus on maintaining and repairing systems like pumps, valves, conveyors, and wastewater treatment equipment that handle byproducts from food and beverage production. Knowledge of sanitation standards, food safety protocols, and environmental regulations related to wastewater management in the industry.

United States
Massachusetts
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