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

Post Holdings, Inc.; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise en croissance dans l'industrie alimentaire recherche un Mécanicien pour effectuer des réparations et maintenir les équipements dans un environnement de production. Les candidats doivent avoir un diplôme d'études secondaires et une expérience de 2+ ans en maintenance. Le poste comprend également des tâches physiques dans des conditions variées, telles que la capacité à soulever jusqu'à 50 livres.

Qualifications

• Expérience de 2+ ans dans un rôle similaire de maintenance.
• Précédentes expériences en lecture de schémas et plans.
• Capacité de communiquer efficacement en anglais.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer la maintenance quotidienne et le dépannage d'équipements de production.
• Collaborer avec les équipes d'opérations pour résoudre des problèmes récurrents.
• Former les opérateurs sur les composants mécaniques.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year associate degree in technical field

Completed apprenticeship in mechanic

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Drill presses

Forklifts

Job description

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.