Maintenance Tech

Post Holdings, Inc.; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Hazelwood, MO, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility machinery. This role involves monitoring waste water equipment and conducting basic maintenance tasks, requiring a minimum of two years of mechanical experience. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma. The position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of technical/mechanical experience in Food Production.
• Familiarity with Sanitary Environments.
• Ability to operate High-Speed Packaging Machinery.

Responsibilities

• Repair mechanical issues of facility machinery.
• Monitor waste water equipment to meet regulatory requirements.
• Perform basic building maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Knowledge of hydraulic systems

Knowledge of pneumatic systems

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Unit Overview

8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (“THL”), a private equity firm.

Responsibilities

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

System Job Code: 8AV9807

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly

Position Summary

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility machinery and building infrastructure. The primary function of this position is to operate the waste water equipment to ensure that the effluent is maintained to acceptable levels. There will also be basic building maintenance and repairs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair mechanical issues of facility machinery as requested by the maintenance manager/supervisor on a daily basis.
• Monitor and operate the waste water equipment to ensure that the plant effluent is maintained at acceptable levels that meet the GVRD/regulatory requirements.
• Improve the functioning of the machinery by making mechanical adjustments and performing preventative maintenance.
• Perform basic building maintenance and repairs including but not limited to drywall repairs, painting, and any other such type of activities that may arise from time to time.
• Complete daily mechanical maintenance and repair record forms and deliver them to the maintenance supervisor/coordinator.
• Clean and maintain work area after mechanical work has been performed on a daily basis.
• Perform quality welding and electrical work as required.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Education And Experience Required

• Minimum of two (2) years of technical/mechanical experience in Food Production.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Sanitary Environments a definite asset.
• Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic systems and Control System knowledge an asset.
• Experience with High-Speed Packaging Machinery and industrial electrical PLC an asset.
• Forklift, Stand-up / Sit-down, High Reach certificate.
• Able to work as part of a diverse team or independently to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Positive, proactive and self-motivated with leadership qualities.
• Ability to travel to United States based sites, if needed.
• An organized problem solver, able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and remain calm.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication with an excellent command of the English language.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) an asset.

Physical Requirements

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to lift, move or otherwise manipulate 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders and elevated surfaces.