The Maintenance Mechanic I works in partnership with Maintenance leadership and Production leadership to perform basic maintenance and repairs on food manufacturing machinery equipment, including conveyors, packaging equipment, production equipment, electrical controls systems and other related plant systems, while adhering to safety rules and focusing on food safety.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

WI Kenosha

Job Type:

Job Posting Title:

Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

To perform jobs successfully, the incumbent will be required to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.  The company reserves the right to modify, delete or add to the essential functions for the Maintenance position at any time.

Provides routine inspections and monitoring of all production equipmentMaintains operating condition of machinery by trouble shooting, disassembling, repairing and reassembling.Perform preventative maintenance of the machineryTest, troubleshoot and replace electrical components of machine such as fuses, relays, switches, sensors, etc.Performs mechanical set ups and applies principles of mechanics and machinery fundamentalsSafely operates a powered industrial truck and aerial manlift equipmentAble to use measuring tools and read blue prints and schematicsEnsures all equipment documentation is up to date and accuratePerforms data entry into Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)Prepares unscheduled work orders to support production requirementsTroubleshoots and repairs automation systems (PLC based)Remains current in training expectationsKeeps work environment clean and safePerforms millwright activities such as: cutting, grinding, welding, and other fabrication techniquesAble to follow direction for basic assembly and repair of equipmentWorks with other maintenance mechanics on projects and rebuilds Complete paperwork for check lists, work orders, and other documentationAt end of shift, secures all equipment, performs general housekeeping duties and completes and maintains work records on CMMSProvides feedback to Maintenance Planner and/or Supervisors and Management on the effectiveness of Preventive Maintenance Work Orders to continually improve maintenance programProactively monitors line and initiates corrective actions that circumvent downtimeAble to identify parts for corrective maintenance activities and assist in quoting processDemonstrates excellent communications skills; listens to other ideas and suggestionsWorks with honesty and integrity; upholds organizational valuesDemonstrates a positive attitude and strong work ethicFollows all safety policies and practices; proactively identifies safety hazardsFollows all GMP and Food Safety Rules and RegulationsAll other duties as assigned

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.