**Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic** **Job Description** The Maintenance Mechanic will repair, install, and perform preventive maintenance on all production equipment to ensure that such equipment is in good operable condition at all times. The machinery includes ovens, mixers, boilers, conveyors, and packaging machines. **Responsibilities** + Train less experienced employees as required. + Assist with installations, operations, maintenance, checks, and troubleshooting of all types of A/C and D/C electrical equipment. + Install, operate, maintain, and check all types of mechanical equipment as directed. + Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, adjustments, and repairs as indicated on the formal CPMS program. + Complete work orders and assigned work as directed by supervisor or lead. + Complete all reports and paperwork as required for company record keeping. + Troubleshoot and repair food processing and industrial machinery. + Assist in installing and repairing electrical conduits, cables, piping, and tubing, including all necessary connection controls and grounding as directed. + Operate mobile lift truck and hoisting equipment in the performance of maintenance work. + Clean and paint all repaired equipment as directed. + Perform all PM and repair work in accordance with AIB and GMP principles. + Possess some knowledge of lubricants for all types of machines and perform necessary lubrication of production machinery as directed. + Help maintain spare parts inventory for the plant as directed by checking out parts from the parts mezzanine, using parts procedures, and restocking shelves as directed. + Maintain inventory of industrial maintenance tools per department tool list (necessary personal tools of the trade). + Complete tasks indicated on work orders, inspections, and A.I.B. checklists as directed by supervisor. + Keep work area clean and perform cleaning of the assigned area. + Assist in the training of new personnel. + Provide suggestions to improve processes, procedures, and department in support of company goals. + Follow Company, GMP, and Safety policies to ensure compliance with the HACCP program and AIB gold standard. + Follow all food safety principles and legal requirements. + Maintain a positive and constructive work environment within the department as well as with other departments and promote teamwork. + Work in a safe manner, observing all safety requirements. + Participate in monthly departmental meetings. + Must work various shifts and hours including holidays and weekends. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Essential Skills** + Troubleshooting + Electrical + Mechanical + Hydraulics + Pneumatics + Preventive maintenance + Conveyors + Maintenance repair + PLC troubleshooting + Fabrication + Electrical troubleshooting + Welding + Blueprint reading + Schematic reading + Industrial machinery + ARC welding equipment + Gas cutting equipment + Power tools usage + Electrical test equipment usage **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 1 - 3 years of experience + Possess working knowledge of industrial machinery, hydraulic systems, and air systems + Ability to read semi-complex diagrams and assist in troubleshooting systems + Must read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints + Use simple shop math and possess knowledge of local, state, and federal codes **Why Work Here?** We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Our 401(k) plan includes a 4% match. Enjoy paid time off for your birthday and accrue PTO over time. We also provide PSL and 6 paid holidays. Join a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development. **Work Environment** The Maintenance Mechanic will work the 3rd shift from 10pm to 6:30am in a facility with a dedicated maintenance shop equipped with various tools and welding equipment. The maintenance department has 24 people, with one other facilities technician in the plant. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Panorama City, California. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.