Uptime Champion: Packaging & Process Systems Mechanic

FalconTek Solutions

New Market (VA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

FalconTek Solutions in New Market, VA seeks a Manufacturing Reliability Mechanic for high-speed food production lines. You will diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults, service conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and sensors, and perform PMs to maximize uptime while maintaining safety standards.

You will work closely with production and maintenance, interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics, and document repairs and parts usage.

Qualifications

Industrial/multicraft maintenance experience required.
Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting competence.
Experience with conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains.
Familiar with 3-phase power; PLC and VFD troubleshooting exposure.
Food manufacturing or USDA-regulated environment preferred.
Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
Strong safety mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Maximise uptime by rapid diagnostics and repair of equipment.
Service conveyors, bearings, belts, chains, sprockets, gearboxes, and motors.
Identify and correct faults across motors, sensors, relays, switches, starters, and panels; PLCs and VFDs.
Execute PMs to reduce unplanned downtime and extend asset life.
Respond to breakdowns during production with urgency and precision.
Conduct inspections to catch issues early and recommend corrective actions.
Document repairs, PMs, parts usage, and job completion.
Assist with installations, adjustments, and line changeovers.
Drive continuous improvement for uptime, safety, and performance.