Maintenance Mechanic-Night Shift

Darigold, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join their operations team in Idaho. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of plant equipment through preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, including PLCs and instrumentation. With a commitment to diversity and a competitive benefits package, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vital sector while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Employer 401K contribution of up to 9%

Employer paid life & disability coverage

$1.50/hour night shift differential

Paid time off and holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Community giving through matching donations

Access to dairy products & employee butter purchase program

OT eligibility

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical/electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and control downtime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC Programming

Electrical Controls

Instrumentation

Mechanical Machinery

Sanitary Welding

Blueprint Reading

Education

Instrumentation Certification

Tools

Machine Shop Equipment

Electrical Schematics

Job description

The Maintenance Mechanic must possess the desire and ability to maintain all plant equipment. As a member of the Idaho team, the Maintenance Mechanic will be a partner in the Operations Division. The role involves performing repairs and preventative maintenance on all plant equipment.

Schedule: 6pm-6:30am, Wed - Sat (every other Wed)

What You Will Do

1. Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
2. Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
3. Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
4. Proficient in process instrumentation including troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and calibration.
5. Read, understand, and troubleshoot using electrical schematics.
6. Perform general electrical troubleshooting of 24v, 110v, 220v, and 480v systems.
7. Understand the theory behind process flow.

What You Bring

• Highly proficient and experienced in troubleshooting, PLCs, electrical controls, instrumentation.
• Knowledgeable in mechanical machinery, steam, boiler, pneumatic & hydraulic operations.
• Ability to read/understand blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong team, verbal, and written skills.
• Availability for ALL DAYS, ALL SHIFTS.
• Sanitary welding experience required.
• Boiler and/or Refrigeration experience preferred.

Nice to Have’s

• Minimum 3 years of experience in mechanical/electrical maintenance or instrumentation certification.
• Food background preferred, specifically dairy.
• Experience in various manufacturing areas (production, logistics) within consumer products.

Benefits of Working at Darigold

We offer a competitive total rewards package, including:

• Employer 401K contribution of up to 9%
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• $1.50/hour night shift differential (where applicable)
• Paid time off and holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Community giving through matching donations
• Access to dairy products & employee butter purchase program
• OT eligibility

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are committed to a workplace of mutual respect, inclusion, and diversity, welcoming all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon passing background checks, a negative drug screen, and eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify.

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