Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift Food Manufacturing

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on/—

Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Ins on

80 hours vacation and 40 hours sick

401(k) with 4.5% match

Wellness reimbursement

$750 referral bonuses

Quarterly product sales to employees

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Portland, OR is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic on the day shift to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on food manufacturing equipment. You will ensure line readiness, assist cross-functional teams, and operate in a GMP/GSP environment.

The role requires basic mechanical reads, 6+ months of maintenance experience, and a commitment to safety. Benefits are available from DAY ONE, with a supportive team culture and opportunities for growth through

Qualifications

• Must have 6+ months manufacturing maintenance experience
• Must have 1+ year of maintenance experience
• Able to read and comprehend basic blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Able to read and understand test meters
• Basic math skills required
• Good written and verbal communication
• Understanding of HACCP and food safety concepts

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance using approved, safe techniques
• Ensure equipment is ready for production start-up
• Repair worn or damaged equipment
• Modify and fabricate equipment as needed
• Assist production, sanitation, and other support groups
• Follow GMP and GSP requirements and safety rules
• Implement maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Lubricate equipment according to device requirements
• Operate with MP2 system program and maintain company standards

Skills

Maintenance experience

Reading blueprints

Reading test meters

Math basics

Communication skills

HACCP knowledge

GMP/GSP awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift Food Manufacturing

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2026-10454

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Portland ATFN Plant

Overview

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic/Technician to join our rapidly expanding Maintenance team in the Portland area.

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing maintenance procedures on plant equipment. This individual will have good working knowledge of operation and maintenance of shop equipment and will apply mechanical ability in all aspects of job while performing daily routine activities.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays; 4:00am - 12:30pm

Pay: $29.00/hr

If you choose to work with us, you will be an integral part of a team with a rich and diverse culture that learns, grows, and succeeds together. You will also have access to some amazing benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
• Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
• 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
• 401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company's matching contributions up to 4.5%
• Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
• Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
• Quarterly sales of product to employees

Responsibilities

• Perform proper preventive maintenance using approved, safe techniques.
• Responsible for ensuring equipment is ready for production start-up.
• Responsible for repairs on worn out or damaged equipment.
• Perform needed equipment modification and fabrication.
• Assist production, sanitation, and other support groups when needed.
• Demonstrate good working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).
• Follow all safety rules and practices.
• Perform work techniques, speeds, and efficiencies at company standards.
• Works with and understands the MP2 system program.
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures for equipment.
• Develop and implement innovations to improve efficiency, safety, up-time and reduce maintenance costs.
• Will lubricate equipment with thorough understanding of requirements for a variety of devices and applications.
• Perform all other work as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 6+ months of manufacturing maintenance experience required
• 1+ year of maintenance experience required
• Must be able to read and comprehends basic blue-prints and mechanical drawings
• Must be able to read and understands test meters
• Must possess basic understanding of maintenance and installation of facility plumbing system, boilers, air compressors and hydraulic system
• Basic knowledge of basic math skills is required
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
• Basic understanding of HACCP and food safety concepts

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