MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Spring Green; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

V&V Supremo Foods seeks a full-time Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain production and facility equipment at its Kentucky plant and warehouse. You will perform daily and weekly preventive maintenance, respond to work orders, and keep tool and material inventories in good order.

Shifts are 9 PM–5 AM, Monday–Friday, with shift differentials and a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Candidates should have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and follow SQF, GMP, and OSHA safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Welding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production and facility equipment.
• Respond to work orders promptly and resolve issues.
• Maintain tools and material inventory.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Adhere to SQF, GMP, and OSHA requirements.
• Complete documentation accurately.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication

GMP knowledge

Safety attitude

Welding

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Pay: $27.25 - $45.00 per hour (based on experience)
Plus Shift Differentials: $1.30-2nd Shift, $2.00-3rd Shift

We are offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus and an excellent starting wage.

Hours: 9PM-5AM | Monday-Friday

Position Summary:

Repairs and maintains equipment and infrastructure at the production facilities and warehouse operations. Performs daily and weekly preventive maintenance programs to insure efficient operation of mechanical equipment. Maintains a positive working relationship with other departments throughout the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintains Production and Facility equipment
• Prompt and effective response and resolution to work orders (checklist & reports)
• Maintains and checks tool and material inventory level. Communicates to Foreman and/or Lead if additional supplies are required.
• Conducts regularly and visual inspection (reports) of facility and equipment in order to determine repairs and communicates potential equipment failure and/or issues.
• Conducts preventive maintenance work required (cleaning, lubricating, greasing, oiling) to ensure optimum working order.

Key Activities:

• Effective Communication with associates and management
• Prioritize work orders by considering the importance of the work and the time needed to complete the work.
• Recognizes and repairs malfunctions in processing, filling and ancillary equipment
• Inform supervisor or management of any issues with materials or product
• Completes all documents accurately as required.
• Maintains adequate hand tool supply to perform maintenance repairs in an acceptable craftsmanship manner
• Responsible for complying to all Safe Quality Food (SQF) polices/procedures and requirements for position.
• Responsible for following Safety (OSHA) regulations and procedures.
• Follow GMP’s, sanitation procedures ,and quality procedures as set forth by QA and/or supervisors.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Foreman, or other Management.

Skills Required:

• Troubleshooting
• Basic PLC Skills (Preferred)
• Basic knowledge of electrical meter and trouble shooting.
• Communication
• Knowledge of Good Management Practices
• Positive Safety attitude
• Welding Experience

Necessary Experience:

• High School or equivalent
• 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Machine Operations (Preferred)
• Food Manufacturing (Preferred)
• Proficient Mechanical Experience
• Electrical Experience

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Maintenance: 4 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

WORK ENVIROMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Production roles are performed in a food manufacturingenvironment and require strict adherence to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards, including use of required PPE. Employees may work in areas with variable temperatures, machinery noise, and exposure to food ingredients and sanitation chemicals. The role requires standing or walking for extended periods, performing repetitive tasks, and regularly lifting up to 25–35 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

V&V Supremo Foods is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive environment where all employees and applicants have equal opportunities to succeed.

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