Maintenance Mechanic: Safety‑First Plant Tech

AFB International; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AFB International, located in Missouri, seeks a maintenance mechanic to install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment across our production facilities. You will troubleshoot and perform emergency repairs, build and maintain mechanical systems, and work with hand and power tools in a safety-first environment where protecting people and product is paramount.

Candidates should have a practical mind, mechanical aptitude, and strong attention to detail, even in a loud workplace, with the

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of maintenance mechanic experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safety codes and plant food safety requirements.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70e safety standards.
• Experience with electrical circuits.

Responsibilities

• Complete and perform maintenance repairs/work orders
• Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance for each piece of equipment
• Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual and sound inspections
• Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions
• Work effectively with other team members in a loud environment
• Boiler maintenance and troubleshooting including: safety, functionality, and controls
• Advanced system troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical
• Provides excellent internal customer service
• Set up and installation of high speed mechanical seals
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuit issues, electro-pneumatic systems, control systems, motor control circuits
• Complete and record required daily wastewater tests

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety-first mindset

Troubleshooting

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

AFB International, located in Missouri, seeks a maintenance mechanic to install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment across our production facilities. You will troubleshoot and perform emergency repairs, build and maintain mechanical systems, and work with hand and power tools in a safety-first environment where protecting people and product is paramount.

Candidates should have a practical mind, mechanical aptitude, and strong attention to detail, even in a loud workplace, with the