Maintenance Helper - 1st Shift

Gorton's; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 27,696 - 39,447; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company located in Cleveland is seeking a new team member to assist with unloading materials and maintaining plant equipment. Responsibilities include inspection of forklift equipment and supporting robotic, conveyor, and bagging systems. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and mechanical aptitude, along with the ability to work effectively in a team. Pay is $24.37 per hour, reflecting the position's diverse responsibilities and requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical industrial environment preferred.
• Applicable process and equipment knowledge.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for hook-up and unloading of bulk rail & bulk truck material.
• Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of robotic, conveyor, and bagging systems.
• Accountable for daily inspection of forklift equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Forklift operation

Ability to work effectively with others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent technical training

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for hook-up and unloading of bulk rail & bulk truck material.
• Must follow documented procedures and complete related paperwork correctly.
• Responsible for assisting in the repair and upkeep of all company assets.
• Support the PM system and apply industrial lubricants.
• Properly handle and apply basic hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
• Support the plant’s production equipment and set up.
• Responsible for screen changes and cleanouts at the request of production, washing and sanitizing screens and maintaining screens and decks as needed.
• Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of robotic, conveyor, and bagging systems.
• Handle waste oil in compliance with EPA rules.
• Accountable for daily inspection of forklift equipment.

What You’ll Need

• Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent technical training.
• Experience in a mechanical industrial environment preferred
• Applicable mechanical aptitude, process, and equipment knowledge
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to work effectively with others and in a self-directed manner
• Must be able to operate a forklift and lift 75 pounds.
• Weekend and breakdown work as required to maintain the plant.

Rate Of Pay

$24.37 per hour