Mechanical Technician

ZipRecruiter; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food products sector is seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician. In this role, you will provide technical support, ensure high-quality mechanical operations, and perform maintenance on equipment. The ideal candidate should have automotive experience and a strong understanding of mechanical systems.

Benefits

Great Opportunity to Grow with a Dynamic Emerging Company

Holiday, PTO Days

401K

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a technical maintenance role.
• Understanding of production procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Observe and troubleshoot mechanical devices.
• Disassemble and fabricate production equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree

Tools

Caliper

Micrometer

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

It is the role of the MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN to ensure a high level of technical support to the plant operations and to identify sources of complications by observing mechanical devices while in operation and tune in for issues by utilizing accuracy and inspection instruments. Ensure mechanical operations, standards and controls are maintained at high quality.

Candidates with AUTOMOTIVE EXPERIENCE are strongly encouraged to apply. $20+ STARTING BASED ON EXPERIENCE. The individual vying for this post will require sufficient understanding of metal properties, layout, troubleshooting industrial machines, and shop mathematics. It may also involve altering or assembling components of equipment.

• Observes mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of trouble
• Fabricate, disassemble and assemble production equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts
• Replace, fix or realign machine parts and accessories in line with production specifications
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments
• Lubricates and cleans parts
• Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment and troubleshoot/repair processing, filling and packaging production equipment
• Performs general maintenance and minor repairs to building, including minor electrical work not requiring a licensed electrician
• Read and interpret equipment manuals
• Maintain activity logs
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor or Management

Requirements

• Proven experience in a technical maintenance role
• Working knowledge of diverse machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
• Understanding of production procedures
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
• Analytical skills and attention to detail
• Teamwork and good communication skills
• Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items and work overtime
• Physical demands require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling
• Ability to work in temperature-controlled cold food processing rooms (45f or colder) continuously for up to 4 hours
• Ability to work in freezers (with protective gear)
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus

Benefits

• Great Opportunity to Grow with Dynamic Emerging Food Products Company
• Holiday, PTO Days
• 401K