Maintenance Mechanic II - 3rd Shift

Rich Products Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation in Torrance, CA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for 3rd shift to operate and repair plant equipment, diagnose failures, and perform preventive maintenance.

You will train associates, work with SCADA systems, and follow GMP and safety guidelines while contributing to production improvements in a collaborative, self-directed team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years in food processing with equipment repair experience.
• Strong communication, training, and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency with SCADA systems and control principles.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance failures.
• Operate equipment using drawings, P&IDs, and manuals.
• Apply electrical and logic principles to fix issues.
• Perform basic plumbing, metalworking and general maintenance.
• Train Associates on maintenance skills and safety.
• Maintain a safe, GMP-compliant work area.
• Operate Rich’s SCADA system and complete paperwork.
• Assist production and support continuous improvement.
• Share troubleshooting and maintenance knowledge with the team.

Skills

Communication skills

SCADA expertise

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing basics

Safety guidelines

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SCADA system

Job description

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

The Maintanence Mechanic controls the efficient operation of all plant equipment by performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and electronic repair and preventive maintenance. This is a 3rd shift position.

Key Accountabilities And Outcomes

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses all maintenance failures.
• Uses assembly drawings, P&ID’s and manuals to tune equipment for operation, uses electrical (VFD’s, SCR’s, motor starters) and logic (PLC, SLC) principles to solve equipment problems.
• Uses basic plumbing, metal working and general facilities and building maintenance knowledge as needed.
• Works with operating devices such as gages, RTD’s, pressure transmitters, I/P’s and vortex flow meters.
• Trains new Associates and team members on required skill sets for Maintenance.
• Maintains work area in a safe and orderly fashion according to GMP and Safety guidelines.
• Operates Rich’s SCADA system and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Performs any other related miscellaneous duties assigned by Team Leader.
• Will be required to work with and train operations Associates on basic equipment troubleshooting and assist operations as needed with production.

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Must have 3-5 years experience in food processing, working with standard troubleshooting and repair of production equipment with highly sophisticated control systems
• Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must have the ability to train other Associates in Maintenance operations
• Must have the desire and ability to operate as a member of a Self-Directed work team
• Must be proficient on Rich’s SCADA system
• Must have general mechanical knowledge and electrical and logic principle knowledge
• Has basic plumbing, metalworking and general facilities/building maintenance knowldege
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow Associate Safety guidelines
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow GMP and Food Safety guidelines
• Understands proper machine operating and adjusting procedures
• Must have the ability to work in and contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement and Temporary Teams, as assigned

Compensation

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$26.00 - $42.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.