Maintenance Mechanic

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dairy production is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform essential maintenance tasks on production equipment. The role requires a strong mechanical background, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The company offers competitive pay and benefits, including a sign-on bonus and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement

Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Holidays

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in the mechanical field.
• Must be able to operate forklifts and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Perform breakdown and preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot support system problems using basic problem-solving skills.

Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Technical Training or Electrical/Mechanical Technician Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. provided pay range

This range is provided by Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $30.00/hr

As employees of a farmer-owned cooperative, we come to work every day trying to honor the tireless effort and care these farming families put in every day, all day, 365 days a year. Our farmer-owners tend to think in generations, with some of our farms being run by the same families for over a century. We carry this approach into our business, knowing that each and every one of us makes a difference in allowing these generational traditions to continue, taking pride in knowing that we nourish our friends, neighbors, nation, and even the world with healthy and delicious dairy products. Our products include milk, flavored milk, yogurt, dip, sour cream, cottage cheese, Italian cheese, and ice cream mix marketed under the Upstate Farms, Bison, Milk for Life, and Intense Milk brands.

Responsible for performing breakdown and preventative maintenance on production and supporting equipment. $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Current Openings

• Full Time - 2nd & 3rd Shift
• Part Time & Flex Scheduling also available

Essential Duties & Tasks

• Carry out tasks issued by maintenance shift supervisor.
• Troubleshoot support system problems using basic problem solving skills.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on equipment assigned to you.
• Complete all standard work orders and preventative maintenance tasks assigned. Submit all completed paperwork.
• Record information in required logbooks for systems history and continuous improvement.
• Record any parts/components used for repairs to ensure replenishment of On-Hand balances are maintained, and properly dispose of used parts/components.
• Ensure quality standards set by the company are adhered to after PM's and/or repairs are made to equipment.
• Perform machine repairs based upon a maintenance call or an assignment in a timely fashion.
• Maintain cleanliness of the areas you are working in; properly dispose the parts/components you have replaced.
• Promote a safe and harmonious work environment with adherence to company policy, procedures, safety and health regulations.
• Maintain compliance with S.Q.F. Certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of a GED or High School Diploma
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Technical training or electrical/mechanical technician degree, or verifiable comparable experience
• Food manufacturing background is a plus
• Must be able to operate forklifts and pallet jacks (electric/manual)
• Experience with programmable logic controller, instruments and controls is preferred
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience within the mechanical field; working with boilers, ammonia refrigeration, air compressors, air handling units and HVAC is a plus

Area Specific

• Must be able to work within varied temperature ranges; Must be able to work with numerous forms of energy such as electricity, steam, pneumatic, mechanical; Must be able to read, interpret and comprehend schematics and blueprints; Must be able to use Human Interface Machines and computers (stop and start-up); Must be able to lift up to and including 50lbs.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Mechanical

• Knowledge of how your assigned equipment operates
• Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in mechanics. Experience with plumbing, pumps, seals & gaskets, drive systems (gear, belt, and chain), bearings & bushings, fastener thread designations & properties of lubricants.
• Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in pneumatics. Experience with basic understanding of how pneumatics work, knowledge of control components.
• Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in hydraulics. Experience with understanding of hydraulics, reading hydraulic prints.
• Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in electrical. Experience with basic wiring, multimeter use, AC & DC power, electrical prints, three phase wiring, motor rotation, actuators & sensors, PLCs.

Other

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, safety regulations
• Skills in multi-tasking, problem solving, math, team-building, communication
• Good mechanical aptitude, ability to communicate professionally, climb ladders, work in fast-paced environment, pay attention to details, complete tasks

Physical Dimensions

• Reading, hearing, standing, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs., handling materials and equipment

Expectations

• Perform in a fast-paced environment, promote safety, work in varied temperatures, adhere to policies, be flexible, lead by example, communicate regularly, manage time effectively, report punctuality.

Pay

$26-30 per hour. The salary range represents the minimum and maximum, with actual salary based on experience and skills. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement, wellness programs, paid time off, and holidays.

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.