Packaging Systems Mechanic – Training & Forklift

Pictsweet Company; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pictsweet Company in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a Maintenace Mechanic to maintain and repair all aspects of the packaging line and to operate and troubleshoot packaging machines. This role requires hands-on mechanical experience and the ability to work in a cold, wet environment.

You will need to read blueprints, follow strict safety procedures, and be willing to obtain forklift and crane certifications. The position offers an hourly wage of 28.00 USD and a standard shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Three years or more of related mechanical experience and/or education.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematic drawings, and equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Working with mechanical packaging and other associated equipment.
• Meet production quota.
• Requests and monitors inventory to ensure proper parts supply.
• Troubleshoot and repair air, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs packaging equipment as needed.
• Assists manager and other mechanics with projects that arise throughout the plant.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Follows all Company policies and procedures, which include SOP’s, Employee Handbook, Food Safety and Quality Procedures, Food Quality Policies, GMP Handbook, HACCP, and Pictsweet Safety Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be willing to work any shift and/or any day of the week.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Tools

Forklift operation

Welding

Crane operation

Job description

The Pictsweet Company in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a Maintenace Mechanic to maintain and repair all aspects of the packaging line and to operate and troubleshoot packaging machines. This role requires hands-on mechanical experience and the ability to work in a cold, wet environment.

You will need to read blueprints, follow strict safety procedures, and be willing to obtain forklift and crane certifications. The position offers an hourly wage of 28.00 USD and a standard shift schedule.