Maintenance Mechanic - Food Manufacturing
Job Description
The Company
Good Sense Foods, is a food manufacturing company located in New Hope, Minnesota. Our brands include Salad Pizazz, our line of delicious salad and veggie toppings that enhance any meal experience, as well as Good Sense, our line of great-tasting, nutrient-dense, better-for-you snacks.
Originally founded in 1976 we are a second-generation family owned and professionally managed business with a clear vision and strong core values in pursuit of bringing the Company to the next level. We are on a mission to help Americans eat better and it starts with our salad toppings, trail mixes, roasted nuts and seeds, dried fruits, and other value-added products.
We foster a collaborative and transparent work environment where individual and team accomplishments are recognized. If you have a desire to make an impact and help us grow, we would love to hear from you.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Provide maintenance support to all areas to insure the safe and efficient operation of machinery.
DESCRIPTION OF PRIMARY DUTIES
Production Support
o Troubleshoot and repair various types of production, packaging and process machinery and equipment.
o Complete preventative maintenance procedures and assigned work order with scheduled time frame
o Complete special project assignments in fabrication, modification and new equipment installations.
o Trouble shoot and repair various building and environmental systems.
o Detect faulty operations, defective equipment and repair as necessary.
o Reads and interprets equipment manuals, work orders, and any other applicable documentation to perform required maintenance and service
o Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment
o Prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
o Able to deal with frequent change in priorities, delays or unexpected events.
o Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner by gathering and analyzing information skillfully.
o Work in a fast-paced environment.
o Responds promptly to internal customer needs.
o Complete PM’s and WO’s in a timely manner and following all SOP standards.
o Provide support with bag size changeover, machine settings, monster cleans, support PMO’s, leads, and PO’s keeping all areas up and functional.
o Follow all inventory/parts procedures and requirements maintaining required resources to keep areas fully functional preventing long periods of operational downtime.
Communications
o Provide written and verbal communication and briefing to maintenance and production department personnel regarding downtime due to repair, projects, and modifications.
o Log all work completed on lines/areas, PM’s WO’s providing proper documentation for pass down’s/shift transitions and backup.
Safety
o Practice and apply good housekeeping and cleanliness.
o Responsibly for proper safety measures when working in packaging and processing areas, notify Leads and/or management of any concerns with safety regulations not followed or observed.
o Has the authority to stop line operations and notify Leads/management if faulty equipment or when lost parts have not been located and could cause a safety risk to the finished product.
Miscellaneous/Other
o Observe GMP and maintenance standard operation procedures.
o Maintain confidentiality of Waymouth Farms processes, procedures, etc.
o Inform supervisor immediately of problems or out of control situations.
o Perform other tasks as directed.
o Communicate shift issues with maintenance tech from next shift.
QUALIFICATIONS
***Essential
· Read and write English
· Read and apply wiring diagrams and mechanical prints
· Math aptitude
· Applied use of electrical/mechanical instruments (i.e. volt/ohm and amp meter, dial caliper, micrometer and experience with 110, 220, AC motors and DC motors and simple schematics.
· Advanced operating knowledge of electronics systems
· Advanced experience in pneumatics, hydraulics and fabrication
· Able to read complex mechanical blue prints
· Knowledge of and able to operate hand tools, metals saws, grinders, drill press, benders and welders
· Welding experience using any type of torch
· Strong mechanical aptitude
· Excellent work ethics
· Safety minded
· Strong sense of teamwork
· Self-motivated
*** Education and/or Experience
· High school graduate or equivalent
· One year formal training and more than 4 years’ experience
· 1 plus years packaging experience
· Definable fabrication experience – 2 plus years
***Desirable
· Prior forklift experience
· Bi-lingual English/Spanish
Why Join Us?
At Good Sense Foods, we believe in nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and creating a positive impact through our healthier food products. As part of our team, you will play a critical role in shaping our brand’s future while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Salary Range:
The expected hourly range for this position is $28.00 to $35.00. This range reflects various factors such as education, skills, work experience, certifications, and more. Therefore, the final compensation for the selected candidate may fall anywhere within this range.
Benefits:
Good Sense Foods offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, HSA with company match, dental, life, long and short term disability, accident, critical illness, 401K with company match, prepaid legal plan, ID protection plan, and education reimbursement.
Working Environment: Typical manufacturing facility. Potential exposure to loud noises, moving equipment, potential exposure to chemicals and environmental hazards
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Good Sense Foods. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.