Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

DD Foods, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic I in Omaha. The role involves maintaining and repairing equipment to ensure food safety and efficiency. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in maintenance, preferably within manufacturing. This semi-skilled position requires attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks under deadlines.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years maintenance experience preferred.
• Manufacturing maintenance experience is valuable.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and motors.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining food safety and reporting deviations.
• Repairing and maintaining plant equipment.
• Working from verbal or written lists.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read blueprints

Preventative maintenance

Basic electrical knowledge

Education

High School Degree

Tools

Digital Multimeter

Job description

Job Title : Industrial Maintenance Mechanic I

Department : Maintenance

FLSA : Non-Exempt

General Function

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanics responsibilities include : Assuring the entire facility and all of its equipment is maintained in order to produce food products at a high level of quality at the lowest possible cost, in a timely and complete manner.

Core Competencies

• Partnership
• Growth mindset
• Results oriented
• Professionalism

Reporting Relations

Accountable and Reports to : Maintenance Manager

Positions that Report to you : None

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

• Maintaining and ensuring food safety. Report any food safety deviations to your supervisor immediately.
• Reports to work when scheduled and on time. Adheres to company policies and departmental guidelines.
• Works from a verbal or written list.
• Starts, greases and monitors production machines.
• Repairs, modifies and maintains plant equipment.
• Uses shop equipment such as a drill press, cutting tools, grinders, various other power tools, floor jacks and jack stands, measuring tools such as dial calipers and measuring tapes and levels.
• Works in basic electrical issues including : Changing or repairing 110V AC plugs / outlets / light switches / drop cords, replacing equipment sensors including 24VDC / 110VAC photo eyes, limit switches, proximity sensor, reed switches, etc.
• Assist in providing after hours repairs and consultation as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.
• Follows and enforces established HACCP principles.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics :

• Attention to detail and follow through.
• Ability to read and interpret laws and regulatory guidelines.
• Must be able to read blueprints and have basic understanding of electrical and small motors.
• Ability to recognize when mechanical components need to be lubricated / oiled / greased.
• Ability to do preventative maintenance to help prolong machinery.
• Ability to carry out common tasks including changing out gear boxes, replacement of low voltage motors, changing out bearings / seals as needed, blade changes, solder together copper piping and fittings.

Education and Experience :

• High School Degree.
• 1-3 years maintenance experience preferred.
• Manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Basic Knowledge / experience with a Digital Multimeter.

Physical Requirements :

This is considered a semi-skilled position. Frequent to constant handling, grasping of paper, constant listening, talking, hearing, writing, seeing, reading, dealing with people, influencing others, and evaluating information.

Working Conditions :

• Frequent deadlines exist while handling multiple tasks.
• Ability to climb, bend, lift and work in areas of limited mobility.

Equipment Used to Perform Job :

Photocopier, fax machine, office telephone system, Microsoft Office. Required to wear steel toed footwear and personal protective wear.