*General Mechanic for Wise Foods

Wise Snacks; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wise Snacks is seeking a General Mechanic to maintain and repair production equipment in Berwick, PA. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all machinery operates efficiently, adhering to safety standards. With a focus on craftsmanship and safety, this role is crucial to the production process within a leading salty snack manufacturer.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA and Food Safety regulations preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical blueprints/drawing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repairing and maintaining production equipment.
• Installing and removing equipment as needed.
• Operating lift trucks and other company vehicles.

Skills

Fabrication knowledge

Welding skills (ARC, TIG, MIG)

Knowledge of hand and power tools

Ability to lift over 50 pounds

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical School Degree

Job description

About Wise Foods:

Wise Foods Inc. is a leading producer of salty snacks with a long heritage. Founded in 1921, Wise is a brand of tradition and authenticity that consumers have come to know and trust over the last 100 years. Since our inception, our iconic brand has symbolized great tasting snacks for many generations of consumers including potato chips; cheese flavored baked and fried corn snacks, tortilla chips, pretzels, popcorn, corn chips, onion rings and other assorted snacks. We market our products under some of the most recognizable brand names in the salty snack industry, including Wise, Cheez Doodles, New York Deli and Bravos. We also produce private label products for a limited number of retailers. Products are distributed using a direct-store-door ("DSD") delivery and merchandising system and sold in major grocery retailers, neighborhood markets and urban bodegas, as well as established retailers in the mass, convenience store, drug, food service and club channels. Wise Foods is fully owned by Arca Continental, the second largest Coca-Cola bottler in Latin America and one of the largest in the world. We invite you to explore growing your career with Wise!

As A General Mechanic for Wise Foods you will be primarily responsible for the of repairs and maintenance of all production equipment, physical plant facilities and primary services such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning and sanitation equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Repairing, rebuilding, maintaining and fabricating plant process and warehouse equipment.
• Install and remove equipment as needed.
• Use oil to maintain grease levels on all equipment and machinery.
• Operate lift trucks, platform lifts and articulating boom lifts.
• Be able to operate all company vehicles.

Job Requirements

MUST meet ALL the job requirements as follows:

• Have the ability to read, write & communicate in English.
• Possess fabrication knowledge of the principles involved in material design & layout.
• Have a valid, standard PA driver's license.
• Be able to lift in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
• Bend, stoop, work in confined spaces, climb ladders & work from lifts.
• Have knowledge and work experience using basic hand & power tools, including, but not limited to wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, hand drills, portable saws, grinders, cut-off tools, lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, band saws, hydraulic shears & press breaks.
• Use & read a tape measure, dial calipers & scales.
• Possess knowledge of pipe installation, tubing, valves & fittings.
• Have moderate knowledge & skill in ARC, TIG & MIG welding & acetylene torch cutting.
• Be willing to comply with all company GMP standards.
• Adhere to all safety prevention practices, procedures & equipment & demonstrate knowledge of safety rules, regulations & practices

Education & Experience:

Required:

• High School Diploma
• 1-3 years maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Basic computer skills

Preferred:

• College or Technical School Degree
• 5 plus years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic knowledge of OSHA and Food Safety regulations
• Intermediate computer skills
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical blueprints/drawing

Please apply: General Mechanic for Wise Foods - Berwick, PA - Wise Snacks Jobs (applicantpro.com)