Maintenance Mechanic

B&G Foods Inc.; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

B&G Foods in Maryland is seeking a maintenance technician with a minimum of three years in a manufacturing setting. You will dismantle, repair, and reassemble machines, test components, and document work orders. Welding skills (MIG/TIG/ARC) and forklift operation are essential.

You will use CMMS and scheduling concepts to coordinate repairs, ensuring safe operations and compliance with food safety policies. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to dismantle, repair, and reassemble machines and parts.
• Proficient welding skills (MIG/TIG/ARC) and SS fabrication.
• Familiar with CMMS/RCM systems and basic scheduling concepts.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to use PPE properly.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair.
• Inspect or test damaged parts and advise on repairs.
• Install or replace machine parts per specifications.
• Lubricate equipment and apply materials as required.
• Reassemble machines after maintenance work.
• Start machines and monitor operation for efficiency and issues.
• Complete Work Orders and document in system; coordinate with Parts.
• Collaborate with teammates to move/repair equipment.
• Work overtime as required and follow safety policies.

Skills

Dismantle machines

Troubleshooting

Repair parts handling

Welding

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

CMMS knowledge

Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook)

Tools

CMMS

RCM

Scheduling heuristics

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Join our Family!

Candidates must have a three (3) year min. maintenance background in a manufacturing environment and:

• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair.
• Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs – troubleshooting.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
• Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment, according to specified procedures.
• Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
• Complete assigned Work Orders and document accordingly. Return to Parts Department for closure.
• Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
• Understand working Overtime will be required.
• Perform duties while working safely – awareness/identification of hazards, ensuring proper PPE is worn, maintaining a clutter free work area, following safety procedures and polices (ex. LO/TO, Confined Space, Right To Know, Fall Protection, etc.)
• Report unsafe acts and unsafe working conditions to supervision/management.
• Ensure food safety/quality polices are followed, to report all food safety/quality problems out of his/her realm of responsibility to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
• Ensure a good safe wholesome product is produced safely.
• Must be able to weld (MIG, TIG, ARC & Oxy/acetylene and SS fabrication)
• Must be able to operate forklift and aerial lifts (genie boom, scissors lift)
• Knowledge of boiler operations (a plus)
• Knowledge of CMMS, RCM & scheduling heuristics
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook) (a plus)

Ready to be part of something special?

Join our Family!

Candidates must have a three (3) year min. maintenance background in a manufacturing environment and:

• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair.
• Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs – troubleshooting.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
• Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment, according to specified procedures.
• Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
• Complete assigned Work Orders and document accordingly. Return to Parts Department for closure.
• Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
• Understand working Overtime will be required.
• Perform duties while working safely – awareness/identification of hazards, ensuring proper PPE is worn, maintaining a clutter free work area, following safety procedures and polices (ex. LO/TO, Confined Space, Right To Know, Fall Protection, etc.)
• Report unsafe acts and unsafe working conditions to supervision/management.
• Ensure food safety/quality polices are followed, to report all food safety/quality problems out of his/her realm of responsibility to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
• Ensure a good safe wholesome product is produced safely.
• Must be able to weld (MIG, TIG, ARC & Oxy/acetylene and SS fabrication)
• Must be able to operate forklift and aerial lifts (genie boom, scissors lift)
• Knowledge of boiler operations (a plus)
• Knowledge of CMMS, RCM & scheduling heuristics
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook) (a plus)

Minimum Experience

• Must be able to weld (MIG, TIG, ARC & Oxy/acetylene and SS fabrication)
• Must be able to operate forklift and aerial lifts (genie boom, scissors lift)
• Knowledge of boiler operations (a plus)
• Knowledge of CMMS, RCM & scheduling heuristics
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook) (a plus)

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• 3-year minimum maintenance experience, preferably industrial or manufacturing experience.
• Ability to weld, prefer MIG, TIG, ARC, & Oxy/acetylene and SS fabrication.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems to include chain and gear drives, gear boxes, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Knowledge of 3 phase electrical systems and pneumatic systems.

Compensation

Base Pay Range:
$15.15 - $25.44

Final base pay will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to; role responsibilities, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and/or internal pay equity. Please keep in mind that we consider internal pay equity and hiring at the maximum of the salary range uncommon.

Benefits

We offer a variety of benefits that include comprehensive, affordable health and wellness coverage for you and your family.

• Paid time off (holidays, vacation and sick days)
• Medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision coverage
• Life, disability and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance programs
• Telemedicine
• Work-life balance
• Employee discounts
• Wellness program
• Paid parental leave

Benefits may vary by location and position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please see www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.