Maintenance Mechanic - All Shifts

Landmark Snacks Group; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Landmark Snacks Group in Beatrice, NE is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair and troubleshoot food processing equipment, including stuffers, vacuum pumps, mixers, and packaging machinery. The role requires willingness to work graveyard shift, overtime, and be on call as needed.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, part replacement, and collaboration with the production team to minimize downtime. Strong problem-solving skills and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently or with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and meticulous with details.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Thoroughly clean machines and parts, remove/install components as needed.
• Oil and lubricate moving parts to ensure performance.
• Report damaged or worn parts to supervisor.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic issues and repair as needed.
• Install replacement belts, filters, gears, chains, valves.
• Repair machines quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Enter work orders and track work in electronic maintenance system.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area with tools and parts.
• Install equipment hookups (air, water, gas) and align/level machinery.
• Collaborate with plant management on maintenance project status.
• Modify and test equipment, adjust as required, and document results.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Good communication

Detail-oriented

Punctuality

Time management

Reading/writing skills

Learn equipment quickly

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Beatrice, NE 68310
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $18.00 - $28.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Graveyard

Overview:
Performs repairs and troubleshooting on food processing equipment including, but not limited to stuffers, vacuum pumps, mixers, grinders, packaging machinery, conveyors, and ovens. An ideal maintenance technician must be willing to work off-shift hours, overtime, and be on call as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Thoroughly clean machines and machine parts, removing parts, and reinstalling as necessary.
• Oil and lubricate moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance.
• Communicate damaged, worn, or broken parts to maintenance manager or tool supply specialist.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic machine problems and make necessary repairs.
• Install replacement belts, filters, gears, chains, and valves.
• Repair broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Enter work orders and work off an electronic maintenance system to track work performed.
• Clean, organize, and maintain a safe working area, parts & tools.
• Install equipment, including hooking up air, water, gas, and the alignment and leveling of equipment.
• Collaborate with plant manager and/or production team regarding status of maintenance projects to ensure they are aware of interruptions with production equipment or environment.
• Make necessary modifications and implement test runs; confer with maintenance manager or pertinent individuals regarding results and make additional alterations to machinery as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QualificationsSkills and Qualifications:

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills
• Work well independently and with others
• Good communication skills
• Organized with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment
• Ability to be at work regularly and on time
• Sufficient written communication and reading skills
• Ability to operate or to quickly learn equipment
• Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to assess products for quality compliance

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Noise level is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area – earplugs are required
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position during the shift, using repetitive motion
• Must be able occasionally lift, push, pull and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds across the plant for various needs
• Spends time in cold environments
• Must have good hand/eye coordination