MAINTENANCE MECHANIC -AK 3rd Shift

HP Hood; Village of Arkport (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food and beverage manufacturing is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician. This role involves performing maintenance tasks, ensuring food safety, and supporting plant operations. With a competitive hourly wage and a commitment to employee wellness, this position offers opportunities for growth and development. Join a company that values teamwork and innovation, and be part of a culture that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment. If you have a passion for maintenance and a desire to contribute to a high-performing team, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks on production facility machinery.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards in the work area.
• Understand and follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical Knowledge

Plumbing Skills

General Manufacturing

Refrigeration Systems

Boiler Systems

Basic English Skills

Basic Math Skills

Industrial Maintenance Experience

Job description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other – One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Responsibilities:

• Know all maintenance aspects of the production facility and perform maintenance tasks as the job requires.
• Expedite all category 3 & 4 (Food Quality/Food & Employee Safety) Work Order and High Risk Work Order Permits per SQF.
• Understand all machinery and plant equipment and general plant operations and be able to perform necessary repairs when needed.
• Working knowledge of WWTP operations and record keeping
• Some knowledge of electrical, PLC’s, refrigerated ammonia cooling systems, boiler systems, and general manufacturing is a prerequisite.
• Perform all plant maintenance, checks, and PM’s as needed.
• Take part in training on equipment and installations.
• Acquire and apply the necessary knowledge to maintain, repair, and operate equipment.
• Perform Central Sanitizer, House Water, and Cheese Water chemical testing each shift.
• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain all documented information as per SQF requirements
• Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Work overtime, as needed, which will require an obligation from you to fulfill.
• Carry out all additional duties assigned by a supervisor.
• Understand and follow all safety procedures, always wear proper PPE, never put yourself or other employees in harm’s way.

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, general manufacturing, refrigeration and boiler systems
• Basic English/Math Skills
• Must be physically fit without any medical conditions to perform job duties that will be requires.
• Able to meet all safety compliance standards
• 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience is a plus
• Previous food manufacturing experience is helpful
• Previous experience in electrical work up to 480v, pipefitting, welding (mig , tig, and arc)

For candidates based in New York, this position starts at $21.00 - 27.00 per hour.
This is the reasonably anticipated pay or pay range for this position currently.

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