Maintenance Technician Fabrication Welding

Schwan's; Beaumont (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician in Beaumont, California. The role involves ensuring machinery operation, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment issues. Candidates should have a strong mechanical and electrical background, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year

401k with Company Match

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience required.
• Ability to perform minor PLC program adjustments.
• Arc Flash trained.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery through preventive maintenance.
• Setup and tear down equipment; perform major repairs.
• Use SAP to document and communicate with operations.

Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Electrical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade

Tools

PLC Software

Voltage/Ohm Meter

Electric Drain Snake

Job description

Description

PayRange: $40.00-45.00/hour

Shift:Rotational Shift

Hours:

1st shift - 6AM

2nd shift - 2PM

3rd shift - 10PM

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement!

Who we are!
Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table!

What we want to do for you:
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health, and well-being.

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year
• 401k with Company Match

What we are looking for:
Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. And we want individuals that take that seriously.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred and 5+ years of related experience
• Operating knowledge of machine shop related equipment, CNC programming and welding experience preferred
• Advanced mechanical knowledge, electrical and basic to advanced building skills
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment
• Ability to complete work orders and enter the required paperwork into a computer
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to communicate in a professional manner with co-workers and supervisors
• Must be able to lift up to ninety (90) lbs.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on conveyor systems and production machines; troubleshoot malfunctions
• Setup and tear down equipment; performs major repairs, construction, fabrication, and installation of new plant equipment
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Remove defective parts by dismantling components using hoists and hand and power tools
• Performs minor to major maintenance repairs including lifting positioning and fastening objects using hand tools and power tools and welding on food equipment to food safe specifications
• Perform advanced maintenance duties using hoists and hand and power tools such as reading mechanical schematics, cut & key a shaft, broach a sprocket, change gear head, weld stainless metal, use a metal sheer, use a metal bender, cut & crimp ends on hydraulic hose and cut & lace belting
• Help control downtime by informing production workers of routine maintenance techniques, monitoring compliance
• Use SAP to document and communicate with operations
• Work in a safe manner with a sense of urgency while maintaining a safe and orderly work area
• Participate in and successfully complete management-assigned training directed at increasing job-related trade skills
• Responsible for the training of lower-level maintenance employees in keeping all equipment in good repair and regularly serviced
• Performs fabrication of equipment used for processing and packaging such as fabricating guards, doors, and steps, using a lathe for shaft and sprocket creation, and fabricate air cylinder mounts, sensor mounts, and conveyors
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required; including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected classes.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.

Years of Related Experience: 5+ years of related experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to perform all duties of Maintenance I & II; Knowledge of PLC software andability to perform minor PLC program adjustments on equipment and ability to troubleshoot and replace I/O modules ina PLC; Advanced electrical skills required such as ability to use a voltage/ohm meter, amp meter, ability tounderstand and use electrical schematic to determine control wiring, ability to check and troubleshoot single phaseand three phase wiring, ability to check heater packs on motor starters and able to check for open circuit in controlwing; Arc Flash trained; Basic to advanced building skills required such as ability to join PVC pipe, use an electricdrain snake, mix concrete, grout tile troubleshoot dock leveler, ability to add/change oil & troubleshoot/repair anair compressor, repair & maintain forklifts and maintain plant aerial equipment; Ability to be certified as a boilertechnician; Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, andprocedure manuals. Ability to complete work orders, carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagramform, and complete required paperwork. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, usingwhole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages,area, circumference and volume. Mechanical knowledge and ability to expand knowledge and skills via on-the-job andformal training directed at increasing job-related skills as mandated by management/Supervisor, including allrequired OSHA training; basic computer skills, including SAP Maintenance Module; Ability to obtain a valid forkliftlicense; Ability to comply with all general safety policies and procedures in accordance with Company, Local, Stateand Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations; Must be able to lift ninety(90) lbs.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.