Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift Job at Rich Products in Vineland

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The Maintenance Mechanic controls the efficient operation of all plant equipment by performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and electronic repair and preventive maintenance

- 2nd Shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/OUTCOMES

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses all maintenance failures.
• To receive and complete electrical and mechanical work orders as well as preventative maintenance work orders when assigned by maintenance team leader.
• Uses assembly drawings, P&ID’s and manuals to tune equipment for operation, uses electrical (VFD’s, SCR’s, motor starters) and logic (PLC, SLC) principles to solve equipment problems.
• Uses basic plumbing, metal working and general facilities and building maintenance knowledge as needed.
• Works with operating devices such as gages, RTD’s, pressure transmitters, I/P’s and vortex flow meters.
• Trains new Associates and team members on required skill sets for Maintenance.
• Maintains work area in a safe and orderly fashion according to GMP and Safety guidelines.
• Operates Rich’s SCADA system and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Performs any other related miscellaneous duties assigned by Team Leader.
• Will be required to work with and train operations Associates on basic equipment troubleshooting and assist operations as needed with production.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Must have 3-5 years experience in food processing, working with standard troubleshooting and repair of production equipment with highly sophisticated control systems
• Electrical background is preferred.
• Must have general mechanical knowledge and electrical knowledge.
• Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must have the ability to train other Associates in Maintenance operations
• Must have the desire and ability to operate as a member of a Self-Directed work team
• Must be proficient on Rich’s SCADA system
• Has basic plumbing, metalworking and general facilities/building maintenance knowledge
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow Associate Safety guidelines
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow GMP and Food Safety guidelines
• Understands proper machine operating and adjusting procedures
• Must have the ability to work in and contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement and Temporary Teams, as assigned