Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Day Shift 7a-7:30p)

Standlee Premium Products LLC; Eden (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Standlee Premium Products LLC in Eden, Idaho is seeking a Plant Maintenance Mechanic for the day shift (7a-7:30p). The role focuses on maintaining production equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure continuous operation and safety in the plant environment.

The position requires a GED or high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, with emphasis on safe handling of tools and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of job-related experience preferred.
• Ability to follow maintenance instructions and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, conveyors and production machines.
• Locate sources of problems using testing instruments and observations.
• Remove defective parts using hoists, cranes and hand/power tools.
• Inspect parts with rules, calipers and micrometers to verify dimensions.
• Prepare maintenance reports and document actions and trends.

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Technical Understanding

Technical Zeal

Deals with Uncertainty

Basic Safety

Power Tools

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Supervision

Job Knowledge

Productivity

Education

GED or High School Diploma

One year job-related experience

Tools

Machine shop instrumentation

Hand tools

Power tools

Hoists

Cranes

Job description

Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Day Shift 7a-7:30p)

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: PLANT001440

• Posted : September 16, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

Position Summary

Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of mach inery and mechanical equipment. This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be required by his/her supervisor.

Key Performance Areas (Essential Functions of the Position)

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.

Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.

Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.

Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.

Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.

Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.

Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.

Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.

Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.

Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.

Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Key Success Factors for Position

Takes direction from and immediately responds to business requests from General Manager of Ag Operations, President, or another Executive manager.

Seeks continuous improvements for Standlee equipment and machinery. Supports positive changes in equipment for improving overall efficiency and quality of Standlee product.

Fosters open and effective communication. Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high-quality information flows smoothly between self and others; encourages the open expression of ideas and opinions.

Communicates effectively (verbal, written, presentation) to all levels of the organization.

Experiences / Education Requirements

GED and or High School and or one year of job-related experiences .

Equipment Maintenance, Technical Understanding, Technical Zeal, Deals with Uncertainty, Basic Safety, Power Tools, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Supervision, Job Knowledge, Productivity

Working Conditions

Usually work a regular 40-hour week, but some Overtime may be required. Work in workshops, factories and office buildings. May work in noisy and dirty conditions, work with machinery that can be dangerous and needs to be handled with care.

Travel Requirements

May travel to local Standlee locations (by vehicle).

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