MAINTENANCE MECHANIC at Kent Precision Foods Group in New Sharon, Iowa

Job Description:

Are you ready to join a FIVE TIME US Best Managed Company?! KENT® Precision Foods Group, a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies, has a fantastic opportunity to join their team as a Maintenance Mechanic - Dry Blend Manufacturing responsible for making sure all packaging equipment and machinery is running properly!

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in New Sharon, IA.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Installation, repair, and replacement of equipment in all areas of operations.


• Perform preventative maintenance.


• Electrical/Pneumatic/Mechanical/Machining/Plumbing/Fabricating/Welding/Grinding basic skills.


• Ability to read blueprints and basic schematics.


• Ability to safely use all shop equipment.


• Assists in maintaining accurate and organized parts inventory.


• Ability to create and complete work orders in a computer system.


• Follow safety procedures and be an example of “safety” to coworkers.


• Assist with cleanings and/or change overs of production equipment.
  
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years in similar position or has demonstrated aptitude.


• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds including above head and below the waist for 50% or more of shift.


• Ability to stand for long periods.


• Must be able to work at line speed with the ability to make coordinated hand and finger movements.

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