MECHANIC B at Cacique Foods in Amarillo, Texas

Job Description:

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of our Maintenance Manager, the Mechanic B is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary, and efficient condition , also responsible for staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology , and techniques. This facility produces a variety of dairy products as safely and efficiently as possible, while meeting all corporate, customer, and government requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas or air required for operations)


• Readily available for emergency repairs/breakdown situations


• Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.


• Perform preventive maintenance ( i.e. conducting computerized preventive maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data)


• Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery)


• Complete work orders in a timely manner , maintaining high quality standards.


• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties


• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.


• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format, and completed with the required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.


• Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor


• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.


• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices


• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.


• Follow all required work safe practices, including but not limited to: Lockout-tag out requirements and wearing all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling and fall restraints.


• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately .


• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systemspreferred.

• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including overtime,weekends,andholidays.


• Strong communication (verbal and written)


• Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems and independently take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment downtime.


• Ability to work on all equipment on the floor such as conveyors, mechanical, filler, sleever , and box director.


• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic systems, gas systems, liquid propane, boilers and refrigeration


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Requirements for Level C:

• Trained in forkliftoperation.


• Demonstrates basic knowledge of mechanical equipment repair.


• Able to complete all preventative maintenancetasks.


• Able to create a notification inSAP.


• Able to locate parts inSAP.


• Demonstrates a high level of communication,cooperation,andteamwork.


• CPR/First aid certified.


• Basic tig, stick, wire welding.Plasma and acetylene cutting.


• Able to troubleshoot and overhaul a centrifugal pump.


• Understanding of MCC room layouts


• Able to troubleshoot/replace motor controlstarters.


• Able to troubleshoot/replace relays andsolenoids.

• Able to laser align anything coupled or pulleydriven.


• Able to troubleshoot and wire a 3-phase motor.


• Able to troubleshoot and repair 110v and 24v control wiring.


• Eligible to achieve skill level B after a minimum of one year at skill level C.

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