Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift Tuesday-Saturday $32/hour

8th Avenue Food & Provisions; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift (Tuesday-Saturday) in Minneapolis. The ideal candidate will perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on various machinery, collaborating with operations and maintenance teams to ensure efficiency and productivity. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and relevant mechanical or maintenance experience. This role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Previous maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility.
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance tasks and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Partner with operations for preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year associate degree in technical field

Completed apprenticeship in mechanic or related field

Military training in relevant MOS

Tools

Welding

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift Tuesday-Saturday $32/hour

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Business Unit Overview

8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.

Business Unit Overview

8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Our Mechanic is a valuable part of our team. Our Mechanics perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance work throughout the facility during their shift. The priorities for this role include: preventative maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, repair of mechanical systems equipment and components, and rebuilding of mechanical systems equipment and components.

Schedule: 2nd shift (2:50p - 11p) Tuesday-Saturday

• Training Schedule may vary
  
  

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily maintenance tasks and troubleshooting of packaging and production equipment and systems, including: Extruder, Dryers, Dry bulk storage & conveying, Dilute phase pneumatic conveying, High speed packaging including cartoners, baggers, case-packers, palletizers, low pressure boilers, thermal fluid process heaters, material handling systems, water chillers, compressed air systems, and HVAC systems
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to solve repetitive problems, complete preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance programs and work
• Partner with operations to learn operating systems, while providing training on mechanical components
• Other duties, as assigned
  
  

Education and Experience Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from and accredited institution and one of the following:
• Two-year associate degree or higher in technical field (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, etc.)
• Completed apprenticeship in mechanic, mechanical maintenance, or electro-mechanical, electrical, or related field
• Military training and experience in a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
• 2+ years hands-on experience in a mechanic, maintenance, electrical, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, or related role
• Previous maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Previous experience reading blueprints and schematics
• Previous experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding
• Previous experience with power transmission components; belt drives, chain drives, bearings, motors & gears
• Previous experience with drill presses, lathes, Bridgeport-type mills
• Experience with operation and maintenance of forklifts, scissor lifts, and articulated lifts
  
  

Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to lift up-to 34 pounds for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 3+ hours per shift
• Must be able to sit, climb and work off ladder, and operate foot pedals for 3+ hours per shift
• Must be able to work in a dusty and cold environment for 3+ hours per shift
• Must be able to work in high heat and humidity for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, kneel, stoop, walk, and reach above shoulders for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, perform fine manipulation for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime
  
  

The pay range for this position is $27.70 to $33.80 per hour.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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