Maintenance Mechanic

ofi; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ofi is looking for an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in Boardman, Oregon, responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery at our Plant and Port Warehouse. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 1-2 years experience in industrial repairs.

This role includes conducting preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring a safe working environment. Effective communication and flexibility with work hours are also essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience repairing industrial equipment.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• HACCP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on production machines.
• Troubleshoot mechanical malfunctions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or post-secondary certificate

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Machine shop equipment

Job description

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager the Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will maintain production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment at the Plant and Port Warehouse. This role is responsible for on-shift equipment and facility maintenance, repair, and on-the-spot troubleshooting support. As part of the Maintenance Team, the Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will work to improve equipment efficiency and throughput by supporting improvement projects and performing preventative maintenance.

Position Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or post-secondary certificate required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience repairing industrial equipment is required
• Ability to become forklift certification is required
• HACCP certification is preferred
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written is required. Ability to communicate with levels across the organization will be required.
• Ideal candidate will have the desire to problem-solve and continually improve Olam’s products and services.
• Willingness to work long days. Flexibility with work hours and location will be required
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. It is expected that all safety policies and procedures are followed and enforced in such situations.