Maintenance Mechanic

Utah State Extension; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food ingredients industry is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the optimal functionality of plant equipment. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, performing preventive maintenance, and enhancing facility conditions. Ideal candidates possess strong technical skills and effective communication abilities. A competitive hourly rate of $33.09 is offered, along with additional shift differentials.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
• Ability to perform physical job duties including lifting and working in confined spaces.
• 3 or more years of experience in maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plant equipment and systems.
• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Log all actions taken and document completed work.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Technical Aptitude

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS)

Microsoft Office

Welding Equipment

Job description

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's food ingredients and bio-industrial business, where we anticipate trends around taste, nutrition and safety to innovate and provide solutions to manufacturers, retailers and foodservice companies.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Maintenance Mechanic position would include maintaining optimum functionality for all plant equipment and systems by performing inspections, completing predictive and preventive maintenance measures, and repairing and modifying equipment and systems with the use of a variety of hand tools and power tools.

Maintenance Mechanics also identify follow-up work required, work to improve the condition of all facility departments, work as a team member with a positive attitude, help promote and communicate maintenance and reliability to the organization, and perform other duties including housekeeping, attending safety training, and attending communication meetings.

Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd : Monday- Friday 2pm 10pm- 3rd: Sunday - Thursday 10pm - 6am
Compensation: $33.09/hr - Shift differential $0.25 for second shift and $0.50 for third shift.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short-term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Key Accountabilities

• Must be able to interpret work instructions, formulate plans, and express ideas and concerns effectively to co-workers, maintenance personnel and supervisors
• Log all actions taken in a clear and concise method
• Able to work with different temperature and humidity conditions in the work area that can vary from temperatures ranging of 0 degrees to 110 degrees
• Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
• Completing preventative, predictive, and reactive industrial maintenance throughout the facility
• Installing, maintaining, testing, evaluating, and repairing various mechanical components and systems
• Ability to utilize and operate a site related CMMS (Computerized maintenance management system)
• Operating standard maintenance tools such as power tools, electric tools, precision maintenance tools, preventative maintenance technology tools, etc.
• Utilize maintenance trades and components such as welding, pipefitting, fabrication, gearbox and bearing maintenance, lubrication, pumps and piping systems, mechanical maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Interpreting and understanding mechanical schematics, blueprints, and/or operation manuals
• Documenting completed work and the conditions found, utilizing maintenance computer software as necessary
• Interacting regularly with external vendors, peers, and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment
• Operating mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts
• Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

• Eligible to work in the United Sates without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to use or learn computer software programs such as Microsoft Office and Maintenance software such as SAP or Maximo
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 55lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work overtime including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts with advance notice
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to work in confined spaces

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of experience in maintenance
• Experience with HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) equipment including chillers, cooling towers, boilers, and air compressors
• Experience in a production food environment
• Experience in MIG (metal inert gas) / TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding
• Ability to utilize and operate a site related CMMS (computerized maintenance management system)
• Maintenance experience using precision instrumentation including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, laser alignment tools, sheave alignment tools, etc.

Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

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