Second Shift Food Manufacturing - Maintenance Mechanic

Tarantino Wholesale Foods

San Diego, CA

Pay: $28-$36/hr

Shift: Full time

Job Description

**General Summary:**

Will work in our plant & processing operations to support all equipment and installation / de-installation needs, preventative & regular equipment maintenance.

**Essential Job Duties:**

• Packaging Machine maintenance, adjustments and repair for atmosphere modified roll stock thermal packaging machine
• Set up, monitor and oversee the machine and product line;
• Monitor and adjust the packaging equipment in a manner consistent with safety and production needs to ensure optimum efficiency;
• Complete all necessary maintenance paperwork timely and accurately;
• Change packaging materials as needed;
• Analyses equipment failures, determines cause(s) and makes necessary adjustments or repairs;
• Ensure that the Maintenance Department completes all facility service requirements;
• Maintain a working inventory of spare parts and order parts as needed for preventative maintenance and repair equipment;
• Ensure that the equipment and surrounding areas are kept best-in-class quality and condition;
• Contributes to seeking new technologies and automation opportunities in lowering the overall cost of manufacturing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Capabilities/Ability to:

• Communicate verbally and comprehend verbal instructions; carry out defined procedures and duties with specific instructions.
• Manage a task/project from its initiation to completion with minimal supervision.
• Communicate in English and Spanish at a fluent level is highly desired*.*
• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks.
• Demonstrate integrity with honest ethical actions.
• Take initiative and work well with others.
• Take ownership, conduct yourself professionally and be dependable and flexible.

**Required Education and Experience**:

• Three years’ experience with food production equipment is highly desired.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, electrical schematics, engineering flow diagrams and basic shop math.
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical ability with One - three years’ experience with equipment maintenance of this specific or similar equipment is also highly desired.
• One - three years’ experience in operation of forklifts, hand and power tools, and basic machine shop skills is required.
• Knowledge of GMP's, HACCP, SSOP, Quality Assurance gained through education and/or at least 1-year experience working with food manufacturing is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent would be desired but not required; however, continued training in safety, food safety, quality assurance and other job-related areas will be required.
• Strong interpersonal skills including; ability to maintain effective working and professional relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors and; maintain a balanced outlook during stressful times.

**Physical Requirements:**

Majority of time spent working in a cooler and plant environment, often standing, walking, kneeling turning, reaching, climbing stairs, for long periods of time;

• Ability to: work in cold environment with an average temperature of 34F; lift at least 55 pounds without undue physical exertion; operate a forklift is highly desired

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Programmable Logic Controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
• Maintenance: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person