J&J Snack Foods
Carrollton, TX
Shift: Full-time
[Source: ZipRecruiter] As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin' Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to "Fun Served Here". POSITION SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to provide intermediate level maintenance of plant equipment including mixers, pumps, conveyors, motors, bearings, gear boxes, hydraulic systems, and maintenance welding. Observe all safety regulations and ensuring all GMP and quality standards are met, to maintain the efficient flow of product through the production process. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Organize and prioritize scheduled/unscheduled repairs and PM's. Ensure parts and materials are on hand to complete the tasks and assign the work to individuals. Must also be able to perform "hands on" repairs and adjustments as needed. Consistently carry out all the essential functions required of Maintenance Mechanic I, in addition to the demonstrated ability to: Understand and demonstrate intermediate level mechanical and electrical skills. Locate source of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation. Identify faulty equipment through observation and testing metrics. Basic knowledge of PLC systems is required. Perform PM duties and maintain the required documentation within CMMS program. Understand and demonstrate the operation of industrial machinery and technical equipment. Communicate with the production team and escalate critical downtime in accordance with the escalation procedure. Maintain electrical, pneumatics hydraulics and mechanical knowledge via on-going training, industry workshops and technical reading. Lift and move heavy equipment. Uses all general hand, power, and shop tools. Good maintenance shop skills needed for repairing a variety of equipment types. Inspect work and work area, perform clean-up using proper tools and equipment. Perform general carpentry, plumbing, masonry and scheduled maintenance on buildings, equipment, and grounds. Assist all visitors, trades and contractors with repairs, replacements, modifications to equipment, machinery, wiring, piping as directed. At the end of the shift secure all equipment, complete all required paperwork, perform general housekeeping and clean-up as required. Keep the work area clean and orderly. Complete all other related duties as assigned by Supervisor. COMPETENCIES: Have intermediate knowledge in mechanical and electrical. Demonstrate both an ability and the desire to learn the skills necessary for further advancement. Understand and demonstrate intermediate maintenance safety. Be able to use hand tools properly & safely. Strong organization and time management skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Internal Candidates: Must have at least 1 year as a Maintenance Mechanic I. In good standing; no disciplinary actions above verbal level. External Candidates: Must have at least 2 years verifiable experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Willingness to work any shift. Good verbal and written communication skills Experience working in an industrial environment. High School Diploma or GED Able to perform Heavy physical labor. Authorized to work in the United States TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Negligible Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or