Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

The J.M. Smucker Company; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to support high-speed manufacturing operations. This role involves ensuring the smooth operation of production equipment for a beloved pet product. Candidates should possess strong mechanical skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. With excellent pay and benefits, this position offers the potential for substantial earnings through overtime. Join a company committed to quality and safety, and be part of a team that values your contributions in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Benefits

Excellent wages

Comprehensive benefits

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in high-speed manufacturing or technical environment required.
• Ability to diagnose and repair machine malfunctions.

Responsibilities

• Support operation of high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Follow safety rules and produce high-quality products.
• Work in all areas of processing and packaging.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Industrial Mechanic Experience

Mechanical Blueprint Reading

Troubleshooting Skills

Preventative Maintenance

Knowledge of Baking Equipment

Education

High School Degree

Associate's Degree

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Support the operation of high-speed manufacturing production equipment in processing and packaging to produce Milk-Bone product for the company. Excellent wages and benefits. Pay Rate: $42.10/hr. plus shift differential (if applicable). Potential to earn $110K+ with overtime. Pre-employment drug test and background check required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Positions are 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) and/or 3rd shift (11pm-7am). Assignedshift attendance is required and willingness to work overtime, including weekends and holidays is expected.
• Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
• Work in all areas of processing and packaging, as assigned, which includes being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery. Cross-training will occur throughout the facility in all aspects of high-speed manufacturing.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Assist fellow employees as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.

• Selected individuals must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be highly motivated and responsible, and work well within a team environment.
• Experience as an industrial mechanic in a high-speed manufacturing or technical environment required.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, schematics and parts specifications.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Ideal candidate will have ability to diagnose, repair machine malfunctions, perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, manufacturing systems and controls.
• Perform all duties related to computerized preventative maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of baking and high-speed packaging equipment is preferred

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High-school degree or equivalent is required. Associates Degree preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
• The employee must be able to work 8-hour shifts.
• The employees must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds.
• The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis.
• The employee must be able to work in a cold and hot environment.
• The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
• The employee must be able to climb steps on a frequent basis.

SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

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