Mechanic

R.C. Bigelow, Inc.; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

R.C. Bigelow, Inc. in Fairfield, CT is seeking a maintenance mechanic to conduct machine setup, troubleshoot, repair, and preventive maintenance on production equipment.

You will read manuals, perform hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical troubleshooting, and support production with timely downtime reduction. You must work flexible shifts, support weekend coverage as needed, and operate within GMP and safety rules. Prior packaging line mechanical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing packaging line mechanical equipment or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and work orders
• Familiarity with GMPs and safety rules

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs and perform scheduled maintenance
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on packaging equipment
• Complete preventive maintenance reports and logs
• Ensure equipment meets QA standards and follows safety guidelines

Skills

Mechanical repair

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Job description

Fairfield, Connecticut
Fairfield, CT 06825, USA

Description

Position Summary:

Conduct machine setup, trouble shooting, repairs and preventive maintenance service.

The mechanic hired for this position should be flexible enough to work other shifts as needed, given adequate notice and work on Saturdays when needed. The candidate must be able to work in a team environment and assist others as needed to support production and maintenance needs. The candidate should possess a positive attitude and the ability to think through machine issues so that solutions to mechanical problems can be performed in a timely manner, reducing machine downtime. The mechanic should be an energetic self-starter who does not require directions to perform necessary tasks to get his or her machines running properly while ensuring productions needs are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service in accordance with the R.C. Bigelow Progressive Maintenance Program.
• Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic trouble shooting and repair of packaging and production machine.
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Complete all preventive maintenance reports and log entries on the condition of machines.
• Ensure that all production and packaging equipment produce products within established Q.A. standards and conduct all assigned quality monitoring functions
• Follow R.C. Bigelow's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
• Comply with RC Bigelow Safety and Health Rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

Previous experience or demonstrated aptitude in packaging line mechanical equipment repair or equivalent combination of training and experience in a related field.

Pay Rate: $26.35 per hour.

Bigelow Tea offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; paid time off and other paid leave; short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; and additional employee benefits. Depending on the position, employees may also be eligible for incentive compensation. Eligibility, coverage, and plan terms vary and are governed by applicable plan documents and company policies.

Bigelow Tea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bigelow Tea does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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