Industrial Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacturing

IRCA Group; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IRCA is a prominent international provider of semi-finished ingredients for bakery, pastry, and gelato markets. They serve independent producers and large manufacturers, with a global footprint spanning Europe, the US, and beyond.

IRCA seeks a Maintenance Mechanic in Union City, CA. You will assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.

Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance experience
• 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role; food manufacturing preferred
• HS diploma or GED
• Operate hand and power tools
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong computer skills
• Able to perform physical tasks and dexterity
• Troubleshoot to identify and propose solutions
• Read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Lift up to 50 lbs and move heavy machinery
• Able to work up to a 12-hour shift

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot machinery and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Read, interpret, and follow instructions and operation manuals.
• Has electrical competency for troubleshooting and is familiar with electrical principles and components.
• Use an electrical meter for testing purposes.
• Maintain a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• Knowledgeable in piping systems, pipe fittings, pumps and motors, valves, etc.
• Understand gearboxes, motors, bearings, sprockets, chains, bushings, belts, and pulleys.
• Clean, repair, and install equipment and parts as needed.
• Operate sit-down forklift and/or articulating boom lift.
• Use hand and power tools.
• Experience with Mill, Lathe, Band Saw, welding or willingness to learn.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Perform general maintenance on buildings assigned.
• Maintain strong computer skills and CMMS usage.
• Maintain good relationships with plant departments.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Reading documents

Physical dexterity

Safety knowledge

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical meter

Welding equipment

Mill

Lathe

Band saw

Forklift

Job description

IRCA is a prominent international provider of semi-finished ingredients for bakery, pastry, and gelato markets. They serve independent producers and large manufacturers, with a global footprint spanning Europe, the US, and beyond.

IRCA seeks a Maintenance Mechanic in Union City, CA. You will assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.