Industrial Maintenance Technician (Multiple Shifts)

Ukrops Homestyle Foods; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ukrop's Homestyle Foods is hiring Industrial Maintenance Technicians for their manufacturing plant in Richmond, VA. The role involves maintaining and repairing production equipment, ensuring optimal performance, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should possess analytical and communication skills, with experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Competitive salary based on experience is offered along with various benefits.

Benefits

Affordable healthcare upon eligibility

Company-sponsored Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Company 401(K) upon eligibility

Paid Time Off

Birthday PTO

Associate Referral Bonus

Shift Differential on eligible shifts

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience performing maintenance functions in a manufacturing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical and machine-control troubleshooting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Analyze test results and recommend repairs.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Trade School

Job description

Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods is seeking to hire Industrial Maintenance Technicians (multiple shifts) at their manufacturing plant in Richmond, VA, and Chesterfield County. The available shifts are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, and 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm. Schedules may varydepending on the location and could includeweekends,with some overtime required.

Salary:up to $32.00/hour (varies depending upon experience)

Position Summaries

The Industrial Maintenance Associateis responsible for performing daily maintenance and repairsin our production facilities to ensure all equipment is operating at full production capacity.The successful candidates will possess sound analytical skills, work with a sense of urgency to ensure all equipment is operating at its highest performance, be self-motivated, and have a strong sense of customer service, effective communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment, and a continuous improvement mindset is essential for success in this position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain support of manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance accurately and in a timely manner.
• Analyze test results, error messages, and information obtained from operators to diagnose and recommend equipment repairs.
• Perform lockout/tagout procedures, as needed, to secure equipment according to guidelines.
• Help ensure equipment, fire, and electrical safety procedures are being adhered to during walk-through of plant.
• Supports GFSI and FSMA. Assists in ensuring that the SQF system is in place and that we follow all aspects of HACCP plan, SSOPs, and GMPs throughout the plant. Reports all food safety issues to an immediate supervisor.
• Supports an accident-free work culture. When developing, or modifying production processes, assists in accident prevention and risk identification. Collaborates with HR/Safety Manager to minimize risk exposure from ingredients, equipment, or ergonomics.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• The position responsibilities frequently require:
  • Reading, comprehending, and following verbal and written instructions.
  • Performing basic arithmetic to execute duties described above (measuring, follow recipes).
• The physical demands of the position frequently include:
  • Standing and/or walking for a minimum of four hours
  • Repetitive bending, reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 75 lbs.
  • Exposure to variations in temperature caused by equipment or department,
    • Refrigerated (38 degrees) and warm working environments (up to 75 degrees).

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Completion of Trade School,State Certification preferred.
• A minimum oftwo (2) years of experience performing maintenance functions in a manufacturing facility preferred, not required.
• Knowledge of electrical and machine-control troubleshooting skills preferred.

Benefits

As a Full-time associate with Ukrop's Homestyle Foods you will be offered the following:

• Affordable healthcare upon eligibility
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Company 401(K) upon eligibility
• Paid Time Off
• Birthday PTO
• Associate Referral Bonus
• Shift Differential on eligible shifts
• Competitive Salary
• and more

*Ukrop's is an Equal Opportunity Employer