Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Neil Jones Food; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Vancouver, WA, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic Specialist to support juice plant operations. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing processing equipment, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and performing preventive maintenance.

Benefits

Pension & Supplemental 401(k)

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

10 paid vacation days

10 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in food or beverage cannery.
• Proficiency in checking tolerances using micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild hydraulic pumps and systems.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Inspect and replace gaskets, valves, pumps, and food-grade piping.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Blueprint Reading

Job description

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit.Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic Specialist to support our juice plant operations. This role will be responsible for troubleshooting, rebuilding and repairing the juice plant processing equipment, including filters system, decanters, evaporator, positive displacement and dynamic pumps at our Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA.

For additional information, please see our “About Us” video,Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company

Key Responsibilities:

• Repair and rebuild hydraulic pumps and systems.
• Repair and rebuild pneumatic valve and systems.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance (PMs) on mechanical systems to minimize downtime.
• Work with flow charts to understand the juice operations systems.
• Inspect and replace gaskets, valves, pumps, and food-grade piping to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in food or beverage cannery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and gearboxes.
• Proficiency in checking tolerances by using micrometers calipers and feeler gauges.
• Ability to read blueprints, flow charts, mechanical schematics, and research and understand information needed for completing the task.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in hot, humid, or wet environments.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check including employment and educational verification, credit screen, and to work extended schedule and weekends during the fresh pack season, typically July to early November.

Compensation:

The hourly union wage is $32.19 – 36.81, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

• Pension & Supplemental 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• 10 paid vacation days, 10 paid holidays, and separate sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Numerous other voluntary products available
• Convenient location, 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver
• Free parking

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify

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We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.