Maintenance Mechanic

Kroger/ Westover Dairy; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing seeks a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic in Lynchburg, VA. The role focuses on installing and repairing machinery while ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a strong mechanical background.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and precision.
• Basic computer use and understanding.
• 2+ years maintenance mechanic technician experience or relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair machinery and systems.
• Troubleshoot failures to ensure efficiency.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficient mechanical knowledge

Team player

Reliability

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Description for Candidates

Perform tasks related to preventative maintenance, mechanical machine repairs, inspection and testing of equipment, building maintenance and specific projects. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities for Candidates

- Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in the facility

- Set up and use machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill press and milling machine to repair or fabricate parts

- Troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facility equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness

- Complete assigned work orders and unplanned/emergency tasks as required

- Maintain maintenance area in a clean and orderly fashion

- Utilize maintenance systems as necessary to complete daily, weekly, monthly duties

- Provide support to team in the predictive and preventative maintenance program

- Participate and actively support all plant initiatives such as minimizing or eliminating downtime and ensuring plant optimization

- Perform duties accurately and safety in a fast-paced environment

- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements

- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles

- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

Qualifications for Candidates

Minimum

- Strong attention to detail with high degree of accuracy and precision

- Proficient mechanical knowledge and skills one or more of the following maintenance classification: electrical, welding and fabrication, utilities, and basic PLCS

- Must be at least 18 years of age

- Strong sense of urgency during periods of downtime

- Team player with positive attitude

- Reliable and dependable

- Self-motivated and self-directed; ability to organize and define tasks with minimal supervision

- Basic computer use, knowledge and skills

- Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision

- Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills

- Effective oral and written communication skills

- High School Diploma or GED

- Any experience in food manufacturing and knowledgeable in Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP)

- 2+ years maintenance mechanic technician experience or relevant technical training/certification

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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