Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

General Description/Purpose

The Maintenance Mechanic C will provide technical, mechanical, and industrial expertise to ensure customer, team member, and vendor satisfaction. The Maintenance Mechanic C does this by ensuring facility equipment is operating on all shifts at maximum capacity with minimum downtime in order to maintain overall efficiency and productivity. The Maintenance Mechanic C is also responsible for the upkeep of conveyors, and processing and filling equipment in the facility. The Maintenance Mechanic C also provides support and trains and builds competence in the areas of boilers, refrigeration systems, PLC and other electronic/mechanical functions in the facility. The Maintenance Mechanic C completes these functions in the support of the manufacture and distribution of dairy related products.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for achieving assigned goals in the areas of maintenance, safety, food quality, job performance, and cost control.
Responsible for complying with GMP’s, SOP’s, corporate and/or plant policies, rules, and regulations.
Effectively handling all duties related to ensuring facility equipment is operating on all shifts at maximum capacity with minimum downtime in order to maintain overall efficiency and productivity.
Responsible for the upkeep of conveyors, and processing and filling equipment in the facility. Also provides support and trains and builds competence in the areas of boilers, refrigeration systems, PLC and other electronic/mechanical functions in the facility.
Works in various capacities, specifically equipment operation, welding, electrical troubleshooting and supporting PLC repair, mechanical troubleshooting and repair
Responsible for performing PM’s on all facility equipment.
Effectively operates various types of machinery to include, but not limited electrical meters for troubleshooting, PIT, welding equipment, and various personal hand tools. May also include the operation of any or all processing equipment including refrigeration compressors, chillers and condenser
Ensures knowledge of all equipment operation and energy sources as related to safe lock out tag out.
Abel to analyze and take appropriate action on problems associated with high speed bottling equipment.
Responsible for troubleshoot electromechanical issues when they occur including, but not limited to, installation, diagnosis, calibration, maintenance/ repair of equipment and electronic devices
Inspects and operates material handling equipment: Stretch wrap machines, forklift, VNA, reach trucks & Hand Trucks and changes batteries in a safe manner.
Cover’s breaks and lunches and other staffing needs as assigned by their supervisor/lead.
Compliant with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing and safety on their assigned shift and reports concerns to their supervisor/lead.
Works in a safe manner and reports safety concerns promptly to their supervisor/lead and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment.
Responsible for reporting food safety problems and initiating action and for supporting SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality.
Ensures work areas are sanitary and strictly adheres to sanitation practices