Maintenance Mechanic II (3rd Shift)

Winland Foods; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food manufacturing company as a Maintenance Mechanic II for the 3rd shift in San Antonio, TX. You'll perform essential machine setup and maintenance tasks, ensuring efficient production operations while adhering to safety standards. This full-time position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, and requires a strong background in food manufacturing equipment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of food production and packaging equipment
• Prefer three to five years of manufacturing experience
• Basic PLC knowledge

Responsibilities

• Conduct machine set up, troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance
• Work on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Assist in production startups and changeovers

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Pneumatic skills

Hydraulic skills

Safety knowledge

Decision-making

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA degree in maintenance

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Scissor Lift

Cutting torch

Welding equipment

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Conducts machine set up, troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance services to all assigned equipment. Must possess an in-depth knowledge of food manufacturing packaging and production equipment and infrastructure.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

TX San Antonio

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Maintenance Mechanic II (3rd Shift)

Job Description:

Schedule: Monday - Sunday 11pm - 7:30am (rotating weekends)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Salary: Based on experience and other qualifications: $32.00 - $36.00 per hour plus $1.50 for 3rd shift differential

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs highly diversified and complex duties to install and maintain production equipment and the plant facility’s equipment including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting, repair of packaging and production machines, etc.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots basic and complex problems to component level, replaces and repairs parts, tests and makes adjustments as needed
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of assigned production equipment during production and performs PM’s according to schedule and during gaps or downtime
• Assist with production startups and changeovers, as needed
• Performs a full range of basic and complex machinist duties and responsibilities
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Reads and interprets electrical schematics, blueprints, drawings and wiring diagrams
• Works as a team and independently on basic and complex maintenance projects including new equipment installs and rebuilds
• Participates in Process Improvement Teams (PITs) as assigned
• Strong working knowledge with cutting torch, grinder, drill press, a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment
• Complies with Company and OSHA Safety and Health rules and maintains a clean and orderly work area
• Completes required paperwork accurately and thoroughly
• Accesses computer to look up part numbers and parts; also completes administrative duties through CMMS system
• Assist contractors as needed
• Assist with mentoring and training new hires and less experienced Mechanics/Technicians, and help others including but not limited to Plant Leads, Supervisors, Machine Operators, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Safety and Quality:

• Understands equipment hazards to prevent injury to self and others – understands company policies on safety and follows procedures – GMP’s, (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Lock-out Tag-out
• Reports on any food safety problems or potentially unsafe practices/conditions to the Supervisor
• Is able to safely lift items up to 50lbs – motors, parts - asks for help when lifting heavier items
• Recommends changes to improve safety standards
• Is certified to use a motorized Pallet Jack, Forklift, Scissor Lift, Lock-out Tag-out – ensures safe operation of all machinery, tools and equipment
• Maintains proper housekeeping and safety standards
  
  

Work Environment:

• May be assigned to work in extremely cold or hot conditions
• Works in various environments including, but not limited to, production, buildings, and grounds.
• Most positions are located in areas with loud noise and will require the employee to wear protective ear plugs
• Other conditions include dust, wet floors, occasional smoke and fumes from cleaning chemicals
• Main activities will be walking, lifting, standing, sitting, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching and climbing. Some crawling, kneeling and reaching overhead work will also be required
• May occasionally be required to work in cramped or confined spaces
• May occasionally be required to work in high places – where fall protection is required.
  
  

Competencies:

• Mechanical – strong understanding of equipment operations – troubleshoots and modifies as needed, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical power transfers, including but not limited to, gearboxes, brakes, clutches, bearings, sprockets, gears, pulleys, pumps, chains, and shafts, etc. – identifies parts for repair or replacement or modification – performs thorough PM’s on all equipment – performs daily operational checks of equipment, and constantly monitors efficiency and downtime – helps production with the setup of the equipment. This includes, but
• Electrical – understands basic and complex electrical theory (24-volt DC up to 480 AC) and is able to troubleshoot motors, drives, contactors, relays, solenoids, power supplies, valves, photo eyes, sensors, wiring – can read electrical schematics and identify components and functions as they apply to specific manufacturing parameters
• Rigging – understands weight capacities and lift extensions to be able to lift, move and insert heavy pieces of machinery – able to operate forklifts, scissorlift, skylift, etc.
• Fabrication – strong working knowledge and ability to fabricate parts from metal and plastic for equipment – welds, cuts with saw, torch or plasma cutter – full working knowledge and experience of welding and fabricating tools and equipment (hand and power)
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens to other’s ideas/issues; responds well to questions. Effectively presents information in writing, one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above his/her own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; maintains a positive attitude; generates ideas and suggestions that improve the team’s performance, the efficiency of the process or the quality of the products
• Ethics - Treats people from own and other cultures with respect; works with honesty and integrity; upholds organizational values
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; is consistently at work and on time
• Flexibility and Adaptability – Must be able to deal with sudden changes in scheduling; filling in on other positions to help when needed
• Language skills – Should be able to read and write the necessary documents and procedures in English. In addition, should be able to communicate clearly in English any work direction, instructions or feedback. Ability to speak Spanish is not required but is helpful
• Decision-making – Able to handle problems and think through to solutions. Knows when to act independently and when to involve the Supervisor
• Mathematical Skills – Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
  
  

Education and Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of food production and packaging equipment and infrastructure
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); completion of apprenticeship or some college/technical school courses highly desired; AA degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance a plus
• Prefer three to five years of manufacturing experience with a strong working knowledge in the following areas: hydraulic, pneumatic; mechanical, electrical, and industrial skills.
• Basic PLC Hardware knowledge and understanding of software and programming
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, E-mail, and simple database applications
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime when required
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to read, write, and speak English – bilingual Spanish a plus
  
  

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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