MFG UTILITY MAINTENANCE MECHANIC -2ND SHIFT

Kroger Co.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, repair machinery and electrical and hydraulic systems in our Irving, Texas facility. You will diagnose issues, complete work orders, and support the SQF-based food safety program to ensure safe, high-quality production.

The role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience, welding skills, and flexibility to work various shifts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of maintenance mechanic experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient in welding and electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair machinery, equipment, structures, and pipe/electrical systems.
• Set up and use machine tools to repair or fabricate parts.
• Troubleshoot issues and repair production and facility equipment for efficiency.
• Complete assigned work orders and keep areas clean and organized.
• Document work in maintenance systems and support preventative programs.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Welding

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Communication

Planning & organization

Basic computer skills

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary:

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 companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in the facility.
• Set up and use of 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.
• 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.
• Enter information in the systems to document work order completion.
• Provide support to team in the predictive and preventative maintenance program.
• Participate and actively support all plant initiatives.
• Organize and define tasks with minimal supervision.
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years maintenance mechanic experience
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficient knowledge and ability in welding, as well as electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Strong attention to detail with high degree of accuracy and precision
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision
• Basic computer use knowledge and skills
• Selfmotivated and selfdirected
• Flexible to work any shift as needed