Packaging Mechanic/Maintenance

Description

The packaging mechanic/maintenance provides mechanical, electrical, and control support to the pack line as needed; including troubleshooting, preventative maintenance (PM), changeover, modifications, and repair of line equipment. 

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Vacation and Sick time
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 8 Paid holiday days
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company match 401(k) Retirement Savings

Packaging Mechanic Job Description

• Performs mechanical work required for installation and maintenance of equipment, systems, and facilities, by diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer's specifications, and estimates jobs for material and labor
• Is proficient in troubleshooting electrical problems
• Performs planned maintenance on and repairs mechanical systems
• Review schedule with production and assist with equipment changeovers
• Performs general plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) repairs to the facility’s equipment and systems.
• Inspects equipment and systems to identify problems or issues.
• Consult blueprints or building plans to identify the best solution to resolve systems or equipment issues.
• Conducts preventive maintenance to ensure that plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems continue operating properly.
• Obtains services from outside contractors when repairs require specialized training.
• Performs general cleaning tasks in the facility.
• Maintains inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies.
• Perform scheduled maintenance during downtime
• Inspects maintains, and repairs mechanical systems
• Capable of conducting root-cause analysis on breakdowns and stops on high-speed equipment
• Utilizes work order system to initiate mechanical work for unscheduled jobs and develop material lists for ordering by supervision
• Respond to emergencies, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical problems

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a hands-on maintenance position
• Must have Effective Interpersonal Skills and the ability to obtain cooperation, support, and cohesiveness on project/work activities with staff personnel
• Experience with Vision Systems, Flow Wrappers, and Labeling machines a plus
• Able to work Saturdays and overtime as needed
• Set up, inspect, and troubleshoot production and support equipment 
• Basic electrical abilities
• Must be able to read and work from circuit diagrams, blueprints, and schematic diagrams
• Previous experience as an industrial mechanic in a manufacturing setting, or a related position
• Certified HVAC preferred.
• ARPAC Certified preferred.
• Automation Experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of general plumbing, and electrical.
• Ability to read blueprints, building plans, and repair manuals.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Mechanic knowledge of ARPAC and Douglas repack machinery.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, and crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.