Maintenance Mechanic I at Grower Direct Nut Company, Inc. – Hughson, California

Job type: Full-Time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Shift: 1st & 2nd, floater

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and experience in facilities maintenance, ensuring that all equipment and systems are functioning optimally. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Duties

• Provides maintenance support in all production areas – packaging, cracker, roasters, butter, pasteurizer, inshell and sorting.
• Work closely with Maintenance Supervisor to develop preventative maintenance programs and procedures to reduce mechanical downtime.
• Maintain communications, oral and written, with maintenance/production team ensuring smooth shift transitions and accurately preparing work orders for equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment and new equipment installations.
• Proactive and accurate reporting of equipment breakage, maintenance requirements, and errors.
• Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards. Respond to production needs as they occur on the production floor.
• Updating and completing the required limble work order documentation of performed maintenance, labor hours, and parts used.
• Basic computer skills to be able to update PM’s and run or revise reports.
• Able to prioritize tasks in an efficient manner while understanding the urgency needed to complete tasks that interrupt operations.
• Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment.
• Enter codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery.
• Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators.
• As applicable refer to blueprints and manufacturer’s manuals to determine correct installation and operation of machinery.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the facility and common areas.
• Maintain a collaborative relationship with other departments and co-workers.
• Promote and maintain a positive and respectful work environment.
• Follows and ensures adherence to established Grower Direct Nut Co., local, state, and federal regulations and requirements as well as safety, food safety, sanitation, food production and nutritional guidelines.
• Other duties as required by management.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Maintenance: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hughson, CA 95326 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hughson, CA 95326: Relocate before starting work (Required)
• Work Location: In person

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with mechanical, electrical, automation controls, lasers, hydraulic and pneumatic machinery.
• Strong electrical background in addition to mechanical skills. Experience with computerized or automated controls and ability to read electrical schematics is a plus.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work any shift, including overtime and weekends as necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; bilingual is a plus.
• Demonstrated work history.
• Able to evaluate a situation and make good decisions.
• Able to work well with a team and individually.
• Able to take directions as needed from management.
• Must have a valid CA driver license without restrictions.