Mechanic 3

OFI

Firebaugh, CA

Pay: $33-$38/hr

**Description**

ofi **is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients and solutions.** Through our core ingredient platforms that we’re known for globally – cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices – we partner with food and beverage manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide to help meet evolving consumer needs.

With deep roots in origin countries and close relationships with farmers, we help deliver quality, traceability, transparency, and resilient supply chains. By combining sourcing expertise, market knowledge, innovation, and technical capabilities, we create value for customers while driving positive impact for people and the planet.

Together, **ofi** employees advance our **Purpose**: **to be the change for good food and a healthy future.**

**Position Summary:**

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Mechanic III works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Lead performing repairs and preventative maintenance. This position will assist with industrial equipment troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance service. A large amount of preventative maintenance may require the take down of the entire production line, and going through piece by piece to insure that the worn pieces are replaced, and that all items have been repaired. There may also be fabrication, welding, and elementary plumbing, as well as being involved in air-plumbing or hydraulics. The Mechanic II will perform periodic inspections, testing, and adjustments necessary to maintain the processing systems in peak operating condition while adhering to safety principles and procedures.

**What You’ll Do** **- Position Responsibilities:**

• Repair and maintenance on heavy equipment, and experience with tools required to repair such equipment
• maintain, repair and rebuild pumps, motors, sprockets, conveyors and bearings
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance procedures on building mechanical on a scheduled basis
• Inspect belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, grease bearings, seals, etc. repair or replace broken parts.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintain records of schedules maintenance procedures.
• Perform the tasks associated with a preventative maintenance program which includes cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, visual inspections, minor repairs and calibrations, necessary to maintain equipment, machinery, and associated hardware at required intervals.
• Partner with leadership to perform large scale projects (both capital improvements and in house upgrades).
• Follow all safety, health & environmental policies, procedures and regulations per the Company’s HACCP, GMP’s, Lock Out Tag Out, job safe practices and other related programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

**Experience You’ll Bring – Role Requirements:**

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Eight (8) years of work experience in a manufacturing facility, to include:
• Maintenance of conveyors, pumps, fans and other process equipment
• Oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding and cutting of carbon steel
• Basic metal fabrication and the ability to weld stainless steel
• Basic pneumatics to include troubleshooting and replacement of solenoid valves, air cylinders, and other components
• Basic hydraulics to include troubleshooting and replacement of hydraulic cylinders, lines, valves and other components
• Possess a strong mechanical aptitude and willing to always work safely.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at high elevations, atop ladder or man lift, on the roof, underneath equipment.
• **Onsite / Shift Requirements:** This role is a fully onsite position where employees are expected to be at the worksite for their specific work schedule. Candidates must be able to work the assigned shift schedule, including flexibility to support business needs which may involve rotating schedules, evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime as required.

*Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization*.

ofi **provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. Build a Rewarding Career at** ofi**!**

The pay for this role ranges from $33.00 – $38.00 per hour and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

**Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits:** Coverage for you *(and your eligible dependents)* with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

**A Culture of Well-being:** Paid Volunteer time off, access toevents, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being