Packaging Shift Mechanic

United States Sugar Corp; Clewiston (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Sugar Corporation in Clewiston, FL, is seeking a Packaging Shift Mechanic to maintain high-speed automated packaging equipment on rotating shifts, including nights and weekends. You will work independently or in a team to minimize downtime and ensure a constant operation.

This mid-career role requires mechanical aptitude, ability to follow CGMP, and a track record in maintaining heavy industry equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be Ramsay qualified.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Applicant must be able to read, write and speak the English language to comprehend instructions.
• New hires must pass a drug test and background screening.
• Must have minimum 3 years of experience operating/maintaining moving/rotating equipment.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must have good work record and pass company tests for skills and safety.
• Must have basic mechanics tools.
• Must have rigging skills and ability to use cutting torch and perform welding.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high-speed automated packaging equipment such as labeling machines, palletizers, stretch wrappers, bagging machines, metal detectors and related equipment.
• Plan, schedule and conduct preventative maintenance inspections using a computerized work order system.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair equipment; keep facilities in operational condition.
• Work with overhead crane and rigging procedures; lift up to required weights.
• Comply with CGMP and safety regulations and participate in trainings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading English

Basic computer skills

Education

Ramsay qualified

Tools

Pumps

Conveying systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Gear boxes

Rigging

Cutting torch

Welding

Job description

Career Opportunities: Packaging Shift Mechanic (670)

Requisition ID670-Posted07/29/2026-PKG-SUPPORT REFINERY-Sugar Manufacturing-UNITED STATES SUGAR MANUFACTUR-Manufacturing-Mid-Career- Job Location (Country/Region) (1) - State (1) -0%

Employees are our most valuable asset. When we succeed, our employees succeed. Many have an ownership stake in our privately held business through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As we grow, we hire new employees who are knowledgeable, energetic and committed to keeping us on the cutting-edge of our industry. We reward them with challenging work, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where safety is our top priority.

Position Summary: This is a rotating shift-work position with periodic overtime and recall requirements, including nights, weekends, and holidays, working independently or in a team, to safely and efficiently maintain high-speed automated process and packaging related equipment, in order to minimize downtime and ensure constant operation.

• Abide by all Company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook and comply with all Company, Local, State and Federal regulations relating to Health, Safety, Operations, etc.
• Successfully participate in and complete all training sessions, safety classes, pre-shift meetings, and/or certifications related to the position.
• Using a computerized work order system, plan, schedule, and conduct regular preventative maintenance inspections of all equipment and work areas to identify hazards, clean equipment, and repair and maintain operational condition of facilities and equipment.
• Maintain inspect, troubleshoot and repair high-speed automated packaging equipment such as labeling machines, palletizers, stretch wrappers, bagging machines, metal detectors, and other related equipment.
• Maintain all related safety equipment and tools of the trade.
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish a variety of complicated tasks with minimal supervision.
• Capable of working with overhead crane and various lifting devices including proper rigging procedures.
• Ability to pass pulmonary function test.
• Ability to operate automated equipment using touch screen controls.
• Ability to learn and implement Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP), including good housekeeping.

Qualifications:

• Must be Ramsay qualified.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Applicant must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to comprehend instructions on the job, over the radio, and in the classroom, and to ensure personal and co-worker safety on the work site.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre-employment background screening, and successfully complete any required training or orientation course.
• Must have in-depth understanding of pumps, conveying systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, gear boxes and proper alignment of couplings, sprockets, sheaves, and other related equipment, and have a minimum of 3 years of experience operating and/or maintaining moving/rotating equipment, or applicable experience in maintenance of similar heavy industry.
• Must possess basic computer skills and an aptitude for working with and interpreting graphics related process equipment.
• Must have good work record and disciplinary history, and positive results from Company-designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics
• Demonstrate the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicant must be in good health and physically able to perform all phases of the work.
• Possess basic mechanics tools.
• Must have basic rigging skills such as the correct use of slings and chain-falls.
• Must have ability to use a cutting torch and perform simple welding tasks such as tacking.

Working Conditions:

80% of the work environment is conducted in an enclosed and environmentally controlled environment, exposed to heights, loud noise, and dust, while wearing PPE (i.e.: hard hat, goggles, hair/beard net, ear plugs, and/or full body chemical resistant suites); regularly climbing stairs, kneeling, crawling, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching overhead, and walking on uneven ground containing trip hazards.

20% of the work environment is conducted in an open, outdoor environment, exposed to weather and changing temperatures, and may require routine lifting, loading, pushing and pulling of up to 75 lbs., regular exposure to caustic chemicals, electronic magnets, and pressurized steam, routine use of heavy equipment and machinery with moving parts, and occasionally accessing enclosed/confined spaces. May be fitted for and wear a respirator.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

United States Sugar Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.