MFG MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Kroger Family of Companies; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies in Anderson, SC seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, repair machinery and electrical systems, and support plant reliability. You will use machine tools and tinker with equipment to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The role requires mechanical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Prior GMP knowledge and experience in food manufacturing are a plus; high school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance across electrical, welding, fabrication, utilities, or PLCs.
• Must be at least 18 years old with strong time-management.
• Food manufacturing GMP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair machinery, equipment, structures, piping and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment for efficiency.
• Complete work orders and emergency tasks as required.
• Maintain a clean, orderly maintenance area.
• Use maintenance systems to track daily to monthly duties.
• Operate material handling equipment safely.
• Document work orders and completion.
• Support predictive and preventative maintenance programs.
• Support plant initiatives to minimize downtime and optimize production.
• Perform duties safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow programs to produce safe, quality foods.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with/without accommodations.
• Work around ingredients and allergens.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical knowledge

Team player

Self-motivation

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLCs

Job description

Perform tasks related to preventative maintenance, mechanical machine repairs, inspection and testing of equipment, building maintenance and specific projects. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in the facility

• Set up and use machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill press and milling machine to repair or fabricate parts

• Troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facility equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness

• Complete assigned work orders and unplanned/emergency tasks as required

• Maintain maintenance area in a clean and orderly fashion

• Utilize maintenance systems as necessary to complete daily, weekly, monthly duties

• Operate material handling equipment safely

• Document work order information/completion

• Provide support to team in the predictive and preventative maintenance program

• Participate and actively support all plant initiatives such as minimizing or eliminating downtime and ensuring plant optimization

• Perform duties accurately and safety in a fast-paced environment

• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements

• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles

• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum

Strong attention to detail with high degree of accuracy and precision

Proficient mechanical knowledge and skills one or more of the following maintenance classification: electrical, welding and fabrication, utilities, and basic PLCS

Must be at least 18 years of age

Strong sense of urgency during periods of downtime

Team player with positive attitude

Reliable and dependable

Selfmotivated and selfdirected; ability to organize and define tasks with minimal supervision

Basic computer use, knowledge and skills

Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision

Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Desired

High School Diploma or GED

Any experience in food manufacturing and knowledgeable in Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP)

2+ years maintenance mechanic technician experience or relevant technical training/certification