Maintenance Mechanic

Tate & Lyle; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maintenance Mechanic at Tate & Lyle in San Diego is responsible for the troubleshooting and repair of mechanical equipment across the site to help keep production running smoothly. You will work 8- or 10-hour shifts, reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, with overtime as needed in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have strong math and English skills, familiarity with SAP, drive systems, valves, pipe fitting and rigging, and basic machining.

Qualifications

• Requires basic mathematics and English language reading skills.
• Experience with drive systems, valves, pipe fitting and rigging is preferred.
• Basic computer skills including SAP and Microsoft Office are expected.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment to minimize production disruption.
• Record time entries and repair activities in SAP; communicate with operators and supervisors.
• Operate forklifts, welding and other tools; follow cGMP and EH&S procedures.
• Perform basic machining and work across multiple plant areas as needed.
• Maintain safety, PPE usage, and teamwork to ensure efficient maintenance.

Skills

Mathematics

English reading

Laser tool

Drive systems

Valves

Pipe Fitting

Rigging

Machinist experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree in mechanical field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Suite

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the troubleshooting and repair of the mechanical equipment throughout the site to insure minimal disruption to the production process. Mechanics report to a Maintenance Supervisor. This group is providing services to the production and research areas 7 days a week. Employees perform a wide variety of maintenance activities on 8 or 10-hour shifts, with occasional overtime work extended to 12-hour shifts. A Mechanic may be required to work in one or more plant areas, doing one or multiple assignments during any given work-shift. In order to support the production activities. Implements and supports the environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) management system and the company’s Quality & EH&S Policy. Performing all duties under strict adherence to cGMP. Broad knowledge of a wide variety of production and maintenance equipment and processes Records time entry and repair activities in SAP, verbally communicates with operators and the production shift supervisor. Demonstrates effective teamwork behavior, promotion of process efficiency, and effectively communicate safety and procedural issues with coworkers and supervisor. Demonstrates an ability to perform under conditions of continuous physical activity in the performance of their assigned duties. Able to physically access equipment for servicing and maintenance below the ground, at ground level and at multiple elevations. Able to perform basic machining operations. Punctual, good attendance and the ability to adjust to a variety of assignments. Performs job duties with supplied work instructions and/or follows CPK work order instructions with minimal direct supervision. Follows Company, state, and federal guidelines concerning safety and environmental protection. Proper use of Mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) conforming to cGMP standards is required. The employee must be capable of operating forklifts, trucks, scissor-lifts, lifting equipment, welding equipment, and various hand tools. Employee must have personal hand tools.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Possesses basic mathematics and English language reading skills. Aligning capabilities with a laser tool necessary. Experience with Drive systems, Valves, Pipe Fitting and Rigging Basic computer skills including Microsoft Suite and SAP Machinists experience desirable.

DESIRED EDUCATIONAL AND WORK EXPERIENCES

Requires high school diploma or equivalent required, Post‑secondary education/certification in some mechanical field and an AA degree highly desirable. Prior employment experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment of at least 5 years required.

California Consumer Privacy Act (\"CCPA\")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act(“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre‑employment test results; Post‑offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self‑disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

With 165 years of ingredient innovation, Tate & Lyle helps food and beverage brands grow by winning on taste, nutrition and performance. The company’s ingredients power products consumed by millions every day, delivering value in 120 markets. Tate & Lyle combines leading expertise in sweetening, mouthfeel and fortification to reduce sugar, calories and fat, add fibre and protein, and optimise texture and stability across beverages, dairy, bakery, snacks, soups, sauces and dressings. With approximately 5,000 experts across around 75 locations in 38 countries, Tate & Lyle partners globally to solve challenges, accelerate launches and deliver commercial advantage, guided by its brand promise: Science, Solutions, Society worldwide.

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