Maintenance - Maintenance Mechanic 2

Overhill Farms, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Overhill Farms, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 2 in California, MO. This role involves maintaining and repairing machinery, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical failures. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with relevant experience in mechanical and electrical systems. Skills in welding and pneumatic troubleshooting are appreciated. This position is non-exempt and requires participation in the emergency response team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Minimum 4 years of troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production line equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance routines.
• Assist in new equipment design and installation.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding

Preventive maintenance

Schematic reading

Pump repairs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical institute courses

Tools

Hand and power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

OVERHILL FARMS INC.

CLASSIFICATION: Maintenance Mechanic 2

EFFECTIVE DATE: 12/04/24

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Involved in the maintenance, repair and installation of industrial machinery, refrigeration, electrical and mechanical systems in a food processing plant. Ensure that all production equipment is maintained and in proper operating order. Diagnose equipment and machinery failures or problems and take corrective action with minimal supervision. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and machinery and documents all reports and logs. Repairs and or replaces parts as needed including fabricating parts on lathes and milling machines, welding or soldering as required for the job. Works on refrigeration components and starts compressors as required. Uses variety of hand and power tools, saws, and welding equipment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production line and facility equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance routines on all equipment
• Assist in the design and installation of new equipment or layouts
• Assist with the operation of production line equipment
• Assist in the other areas of plant maintenance as needed
• Maintain proper housekeeping in all areas
• Must be able to participate in company’s emergency response team
• All other duties as assigned by management
• Trouble shooting and diagnosis of mechanical and electrical failures.
• Gearbox and Motor replacements
• Ability to disassemble and assemble production equipment
• Basic mechanical rebuilds of small mechanical equipment
• Understanding of low voltage safety circuits
• Ability to weld different metals – mainly stainless steel

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED
• Courses from a junior college or technical institute, job-related seminars, and ongoing education
• Pump repairs – centrifugal and positive displacement
• System troubleshooting techniques including schematic reading
• Experience with utility-related equipment boilers, water systems, air compressors, HVAC
• Experience with automated and high-speed packaging equipment
• Knowledge of and experience with computerized maintenance management systems
• Able to troubleshoot pneumatic and mechanical equipment – 4 years
• Electrical Experience – 2-3
• Welding experience – 1-3 years

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities