Maintenance Mechanic: Keep Chocolate Lines Running

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC; Iola (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GMP training

Safety program

Climate-controlled plant

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC in Iola, KS is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, perform basic welding, and apply fabrication skills to support start-ups and ongoing maintenance.

Responsibilities include preventive and emergency repairs, documenting labor and parts, coordinating with other departments, and upholding GMP and food-safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of basic math skills.
• Ability to comprehend technical manuals, instructions and warning signs.
• Knowledge and ability to safely and proficiently use a variety of hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to operate welding/brazing equipment, lathes, milling machines and other shop equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation.
• Must have ability to routinely lift 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment preventive maintenance services using appropriate checklists; inspects, analyzes and diagnoses all machine and assembly component problems and defects, using diagnostic equipment as required.
• Perform all needed adjustments, repairs, rebuilding, replacements and installation of machine and assembly components; ensure that all guards removed are properly replaced.
• Account for all labor, parts and operational supplies in an accurate and timely fashion; initiates and completes all necessary documentation to comply with Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements.
• Respond to breakdowns in a prompt and appropriate manner to minimize downtime, overtime, cost and interruption of sales/customer service.
• Ensure safe and proper use of tools and equipment; ensure hand tools are free of defects; maintain neat and orderly work area, including proper storage/disposal of lubricants, solvents, paint and other chemicals in accordance with OSHA, EPA and other regulatory agencies and company policy.
• Maintain current knowledge of maintenance methods and practices, including use of diagnostic equipment and procedures recommended by equipment manufacturers.
• Communicates/coordinates with other departments to ensure optimum, efficient utilization of the company's equipment.
• Practice and comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and other work rules; includes compliance with all regulatory mandates, such as lockout/tag out, electrical safety, confined spaces.
• Take appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the system.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
• Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant's food safety and quality objectives.
• Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
• Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.

Skills

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Refrigeration

HVAC

Pneumatic systems

Math skills

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade certification (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Welding/brazing equipment

Lathe

Milling machines

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC in Iola, KS is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, perform basic welding, and apply fabrication skills to support start-ups and ongoing maintenance.

Responsibilities include preventive and emergency repairs, documenting labor and parts, coordinating with other departments, and upholding GMP and food-safety standards.