Maintenance Mechanic Level 1 or 2

B&G Foods Inc.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

Health insurance

Dental, Vision, Life

401(k) match up to 4%

Uniforms provided

On-site cafeteria

Job summary

B&G Foods Inc. in Ankeny, IA is seeking Mechanic I or II to install, repair and maintain production machinery. The role includes diagnosing malfunctions, performing preventive maintenance and collaborating with Engineering and production teams.

This 3rd shift position runs 11:15 PM–7:45 AM Sunday through Thursday with daily/weekly overtime; benefits start day one, and a 401(k) with employer match is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification within 60 days after starting.
• Industrial maintenance experience helpful.
• Ability to read diagrams, schematics and manuals.
• Demonstrated hands-on ability with mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain plant machinery and equipment per specs.
• Diagnose malfunctions and replace defective parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations.
• Test equipment after repairs to ensure performance.
• Collaborate with Engineering on maintenance programs.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift training

Job description

Hourly Rate Range
Mechanic I: $28.90/hour + $0.55/hour shift differential

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Job Title: Mechanic I or Mechanic II
Hourly Rate Range
Mechanic I: $28.90/hour + $0.55/hour shift differential
Mechanic II: $32.01/hour + $0.55/hour shift differential.
This position is on 3rd shift running 11:15PM - 7:45AM Sunday through Thursday with opportunities for daily and/or weekly overtime. Company paid, competency-based courses are required.
Benefit Package: Benefits start day one. Health, Dental, Vision, Life; 401(k) with 100% match up to 4% of employee's salary; uniforms provided; on-site cafeteria

Job Summary
Install, repair and maintain machinery and equipment specific to the operations, in accordance with blue prints, schematic drawings, operations manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications. Diagnose malfunctions in production machinery and equipment. Services, repairs and replaces defective parts. Lubricates machinery and performs other routine maintenance on production machinery.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, plant machinery and mechanical equipment specific to the operation.
• Analyzes and diagnoses production machinery and equipment malfunctions; services, repairs and replaces defective parts using hand tools and power tools and starts machines/equipment to test their performance.
• Works safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by operating and repairing equipment in a safe and efficient manner to minimize risk to personnel and damage to equipment and inventory.
• Maintains sanitary conditions while performing work.
• Calibrates and makes adjustments on production machinery and equipment to improve operational capabilities using hand tools.
• Provides technical assistance to the production department in set-up and changeover of production equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment and documents tasks performed in preventive maintenance records.
• Identifies ways to improve production methods by observing work processes and working with line personnel.
• Modifies machinery and equipment as directed by Engineering Department to improve functional performance.
• Rebuilds and installs functional parts of production machinery.
• Collaborates with outside vendors to enhance in-house maintenance capabilities.
• Confers with and assists Engineering Department in implementation and modification of maintenance programs.
• Maintains and services the external components of the dust collection system.
• Performs other duties as assigned – not an essential function.

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude, including a basic understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and piping systems and the ability to identify and understand mechanical components and their relationship in a mechanism in order to make repairs or improvements.
• Knowledge of various machines, their operation and parts; and skill in using work-related tools including their design, benefits, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety rules and precautions of various mechanical/electrical systems.
• Performs math operations to solve work-related problems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems associated with work processes by applying job specific knowledge.
• Ability to effectively communicate, train and instruct new mechanics and operators, as well as work with the Engineering Dept. in developing new machinery.
• Ability to read and understand various set up/operational diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and manufacturing specifications as it relates to plant machinery and equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to organize and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to deal effectively with persons representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view.

Expectations

• Displays high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing work tasks efficiently and safely. Responds appropriately to supervision.
• Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.
• Conducts one’s behavior in a manner that is supportive of the needs, priorities, and goals of the Department and Company.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates a commitment to high quality standards of workmanship.

Education And Training

• Possess high school diploma or GED.
• Must obtain forklift certification within 60 days after starting job.
• Prior industrial maintenance experience helpful.
• Individual must pass required maintenance testing and demonstrate hands on ability and or knowledge in the following areas: hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, power transmissions, lubrication, pumps, pipe rigging, mechanical maintenance, operation of shop machines, use of work-related tools, combustion, motors, schematics and print reading, basic AC and DC theory.
• On-site training specific to job responsibilities.
• Prior industrial maintenance experience preferred

Equipment, Tools, Machinery Used/Operated
Tools: Various hand tools including wrenches, pliers, hammers, screw drivers, file, various power tools, saws, welding equipment, meters and measuring devices, battery charger/changer, welder (tig, stick), plasma cutter, personal computer and other technology developed that may be required to meet operational needs.
Machines: Forklift, pallet jack, aerial lift, stand up

Protective Clothing And Devices
Many of the job duties of these positions require you to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), if so, when and how to use this equipment will be explained to you at the time of hire.
To determine ability to perform job functions where the use of a respirator is required, employees will be given a physical examination prior to performing this type of work.

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