Maintenance Mechanic

ZipRecruiter; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the snack manufacturing industry is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift. The ideal candidate will ensure the smooth operation of production equipment and will work closely with engineers and production staff to maintain safety and reliability. If you possess experience in food manufacturing and have strong troubleshooting skills, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical equipment issues.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate with teams.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS system

PLC’s and VFD’s

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift - 900pm-530am)

We are looking for an energetic and self-motivated Mechanic to join our team. The position reports to the Maintenance Manager. They will work closely with the production team, line leads, supervisors, and maintenance counter parts becoming part of a cohesive team responsible for the safe and uninterrupted operation of all production and facility equipment.

3rd Shift - 900pm-530am

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, production, and utility machines by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications.
• Experience with package equipment such as horizontal flow wrappers, box formers and closers. Also process equipment such as extruders, enrobers, cooling tunnels, etc.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment as equipment is made available.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging, production and utility machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective/damaged parts using items such as hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Adjust functional parts of machines and control instruments by using items such as hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs as required.
• Work with and support Engineering during new projects and process improvement activities.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish requisite tasks.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, issues and ongoing opportunities.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. if required, and dexterity to allow looking inside of machinery, panels, overhead, and potentially awkward positions or locations to assess equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Key Competencies

• Proactive and self-motivated
• Emphasis on knowledge sharing and team building
• Adaptable / Flexible: Open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• Problem-Solving: Prevents and solves issues, understand, and mitigates problems, recognizes cause and effect relationships between functions

Qualifications

• High School, technical, post high school, training/schooling or equivalent experience
• CMMS system but not required
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientated
• Ability to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Food or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience or packaging equipment experience required
• Familiar with PLC’s and VFD’s
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is highly

Company DescriptionWe're excited to announce that TruFood Manufacturing and Bar Bakers have united as Tandem Foods! This milestone marks the evolution of two trusted names in better-for-you snacks into an industry-leading partnership. Our new brand , symbolized by the tandem bicycle, represents our commitment to collaboration and shared success with our valued customers.

With eight manufacturing facilities nationwide and expanded capabilities in bars, chocolate molding, cookies, wafers, and granola, we're better positioned than ever to serve the growing better-for-you snack market.

"Powered by Collaboration" isn't just our tagline—it's our promise to continue delivering exceptional results through innovation, trust, and partnership.Company DescriptionWe're excited to announce that TruFood Manufacturing and Bar Bakers have united as Tandem Foods! This milestone marks the evolution of two trusted names in better-for-you snacks into an industry-leading partnership. Our new brand , symbolized by the tandem bicycle, represents our commitment to collaboration and shared success with our valued customers.

With eight manufacturing facilities nationwide and expanded capabilities in bars, chocolate molding, cookies, wafers, and granola, we're better positioned than ever to serve the growing better-for-you snack market.

"Powered by Collaboration" isn't just our tagline—it's our promise to continue delivering exceptional results through innovation, trust, and partnership.