General Mechanic

McKee Foods Corporation; Gentry (AR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Profit-sharing cash bonus program

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid Time Off (vacation/holidays/sick)

Medical insurance (health/dental/visi​

Supplemental life insurance

Fully-paid parental leave

Health Center and Pharmacy

Mental wellness counseling (on-site in

Tuition reimbursement

Credit Union

Exercise and recreation facility

Wellness programs with incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

McKee Foods Corporation in Gentry, Arkansas, is seeking a maintenance technician for Plant 3. The role performs general and preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable operation.

You will observe equipment, dismantle parts, install components, and respond to service calls, while following GMPs and food safety standards. Weekend shift availability and licenses are required.

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain an LTO license and a valid driver's license.
• Must have or be able to obtain a State of Arkansas Boiler Operator License.
• Experience servicing and maintaining industrial mobile equipment (forklifts, scissor lifts, walk-behind lifts).
• Strong commitment to company values, ethics, goals, and objectives.
• Demonstrated industrial mechanical competence, aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and computer skills.
• Excellent safety, attendance, and overall work record.
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision; highly self-motivated with a high degree of initiative.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, extended shifts, and attend off-shift team meetings.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to work well with internal and external personnel.
• Adaptable to change and willing to cross-train in other areas and departments.
• Willingness to perform Fire Suppression Systems maintenance, minor plumbing tasks, and assist maintenance specialists.
• Knowledge of and adherence to company food safety, product purity procedures, and GMPs

Responsibilities

• Performs general and preventive maintenance in specific areas of responsibility.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to remove defective parts.
• Examines parts to detect imperfections and determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces defective parts and control instruments.
• Installs special functional and structural parts.
• Performs basic electrical repairs.
• Designs and fabricates parts and equipment as needed.
• Researches prints, manuals, and other resources for repair or operational information.
• Lubricates and cleans parts; starts devices to test performance.
• Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools.
• Writes work orders, purchase requests, and preventive maintenance requests.
• Maintains familiarity with all department equipment operation and maintenance.
• Responds to service calls in a timely manner.
• Operates and maintains company service vehicles, tools, and service equipment.
• Demonstrates workplace behavior consistent with company policies and values.
• Communicates job information effectively to accomplish tasks.
• Maintains good attendance and personal hygiene; keeps a clean work area.
• Exercises personal safety on the job and ensures the safety of others and products.

Skills

LTO license

Boiler Operator License

Industrial equipment experience

Company values & safety

Mechanical troubleshooting

Planning & organization

Safety & attendance

Self-motivation & initiative

Flexibility & shifts

Communication

Cross-training adaptability

Fire suppression & plumbing tasks

GMPs & food safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 1 year experience

Tools

Industrial maintenance tools

Electrical testing

Job description

Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay

$27.63 - $33.76 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Plus shift premium for weekend shift hours

Schedule

Weekend Shift (Thursday, 1:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m., Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday Night 10:00 p.m. - 10:00 a.m.)

Location

Plant 3

555 McKee Drive, Gentry AR 72734

Job Summary

• Performs general and preventive maintenance in specific areas of responsibility
• Observes mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of trouble
• Dismantles devices to remove defective parts
• Examines parts to detect imperfections and determine changes in dimensional requirements
• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces defective parts and control instruments
• Installs special functional and structural parts
• Performs basic electrical repairs
• Designs and fabricates parts and equipment as needed
• Researches prints, manuals, and other resources for repair or operational information
• Lubricates and cleans parts; starts devices to test performance
• Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools
• Writes work orders, purchase requests, and preventive maintenance requests
• Maintains familiarity with all department equipment operation and maintenance
• Responds to service calls in a timely manner
• Operates and maintains company service vehicles, tools, and service equipment
• Demonstrates workplace behavior consistent with company policies and values
• Communicates job information effectively to accomplish tasks
• Maintains good attendance and personal hygiene; keeps a clean work area
• Exercises personal safety on the job and ensures the safety of others and products

Required Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain an LTO license and a valid driver's license
• Must have or be able to obtain a State of Arkansas Boiler Operator License
• Experience servicing and maintaining industrial mobile equipment (forklifts, scissor lifts, walk-behind lifts)
• Strong commitment to company values, ethics, goals, and objectives
• Demonstrated industrial mechanical competence, aptitude, and problem-solving skills
• Strong planning, organizational, and computer skills
• Excellent safety, attendance, and overall work record
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision; highly self-motivated with a high degree of initiative
• Willingness to work flexible hours, extended shifts, and attend off-shift team meetings
• Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to work well with internal and external personnel
• Adaptable to change and willing to cross-train in other areas and departments
• Willingness to perform Fire Suppression Systems maintenance, minor plumbing tasks, and assist maintenance specialists
• Knowledge of and adherence to company food safety, product purity procedures, and GMPs

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with more than one year of experience
• Willingness to attend off-shift classes and seminars as needed
• Willingness to learn electrical and electronics tasks
• Experience servicing and maintaining large industrial air compressors
• Experience servicing and understanding elevator operations

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer