Packaging Mechanic

C&H Sugar Company, Inc.; Crolona Heights (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

ASR Group is seeking a Packaging Mechanic for our Crockett, CA location. You will maintain packaging and palletizing equipment, troubleshoot failures, and perform preventive maintenance to keep lines running smoothly.

Requirements include at least 2 years in industrial or manufacturing maintenance, ability to work overtime and weekends, and adherence to safety and GMP standards. The role is on-site and offers an hourly rate.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in industrial, packaging, or manufacturing maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance services for packaging and palletizing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair packaging lines and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic mechanical/electrical tasks.
• Ensure safety and good manufacturing practices are followed.
• Maintain clean work areas during and after repairs.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Packaging maintenance

Safety first

Job description

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Florida Crystals, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's, Sidul and Whitworths. ASR Group companies also produce and market Tellus, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Packaging Mechanic works under the direction of Packaging Maintenance Supervisor to ensure packaging and palletizing equipment in their assigned area is maintained in excellent running condition.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for providing maintenance services through the packaging areas.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on packaging and palletizing equipment.
• Perform routine corrective maintenance services, including mechanical, rigging, metal fabrication, welding, cutting, drilling, and basic to intermediate electrical repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance services, including cleaning and lubrication on mechanical equipment, time-based maintenance, and inspections.
• Collaborate with team members, such as prioritizing critical repairs and performing maintenance in a team based environment.
• Ensures safety and good manufacturing practices are followed.
• Ensures working areas are kept clean during and after repairs are made.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to work overtime, rotating shifts and weekends on a regular basis
• Have a high regard and ownership for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to perform tasks wearing required PPE such as protective clothing, safety glasses/goggles, steel-toed boots, etc.
• Ability to work as part of a team. Effectively communicate within the maintenance team and with operators.
• This position requires the flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays and overtime as needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.
• Positions require standing and walking 8-12+ hours per day, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, ability to grasp, push, and pull.
• Reliable and predictable attendance is required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 years of experience in industrial, packaging, or manufacturing maintenance.

HOURLY RATE

• $43.14 per hour

LOCATION

• Crockett, CA

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.