Maintenance Mechanic – Packaging & Process Equipment

Griffith Foods Inc.; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith Foods Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to repair and maintain packaging and mixing equipment in our Indiana facility. The role requires hands-on expertise in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, plus experience with CMMS and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of maintenance experience in food or chemical manufacturing, with a forklift certification or ability to obtain one within a year.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Five years of maintenance experience.
• Food or chemical manufacturing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment with supervisor and planners.
• Respond quickly to production line calls and report status.
• Operate machinery to test performance and ensure reliability.
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment in production areas.
• Observe equipment in operation to identify trouble causes.
• Adjust parts and controls to improve efficiency.
• Dismantle machinery to access defective components.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and wear.
• Plan and prioritize daily maintenance activities.
• Follow OSHA and Griffith Foods safety rules, including lockout/tagout.
• Track time and work using CMMS, and coordinate parts orders.
• Recommend improvements to methods, procedures, and processes.
• Perform PMs and lubrication as needed.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Assist in training maintenance personnel.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Mechanical

Pneumatic

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Griffith Foods Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to repair and maintain packaging and mixing equipment in our Indiana facility. The role requires hands-on expertise in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, plus experience with CMMS and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of maintenance experience in food or chemical manufacturing, with a forklift certification or ability to obtain one within a year.