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Mechanical Engineering Tech II

Y-Axis, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

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Mechanical Engineering Tech II at American Foods Group, LLC Full Time

Immediate Start Date

Position Expiry: 30 Jan 26

Pay Range: $23.35 - $25.35 per hour

Posted On: 01 Nov 25

Experience Required: 2+ years

Remote Job: Yes

Telecommute: Yes

Visa Sponsorship: No

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Blueprint Reading

Welding

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Electrical Testing

Precision Measuring

Carpentry

Forklift Maintenance

Safety Standards

Food Safety

Quality Control

Equipment Repair

Parts Identification

Description Long Prairie Packing Company LLC, an American Foods Group Company, has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Technician II. Using principles and theories of mechanical engineering and working under the direction of the lead engineer, perform the following duties: Read and review blueprints, schematics, and project designs to determine test specifications and procedures. Investigate and evaluate machinery and equipment used by Long Prairie Packing to diagnose faulty operation and report conclusions to the lead engineer to ensure continued operations. Analyze test results related to design or rated specifications and make modifications as necessary. Repair, rework or calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Use tools ranging from precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices to common hand tools. Perform work to keep machines, machine parts, mechanical or electrical equipment, wiring, structures or building systems in repair. Pipe fit, insulate, weld, plumb, machine, align, balance, assemble, disassemble, reassemble, install, maintain, replace, change, connect, disconnect, repair, test, inspect, operate, diagnose, troubleshoot, clean, lubricate, adjust, replace, setup, tear down, carpentry, routine or preventative maintenance. Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, screwdrivers, wrenches to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be able to perform all job functions safely in accordance with food safety and quality standards. Identify and locate parts/part numbers from machinery or equipment manuals or parts catalogs (e.g. Cryovac, overhead chains, rail switches, conveyors, saws, etc.). Perform basic welding (e.g. primarily TIG; some MIG and stick). Ability to identify good and bad welds. Support the lead engineer in designing plans for performance of routine preventive maintenance (e.g. grease bearings, lubricate, check fluid levels, replace filters, etc.) to ensure that machines run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate. Assemble, disassemble, repair, or replace defective equipment or parts (e.g., change belts, gearboxes, etc.). Perform basic hydraulics (e.g. change motors, make hoses, etc.). Complete necessary paperwork (PM sheets, work orders, etc.). Assist in performing maintenance on scale equipment (e.g. portable, floor, and matrix hot/cold) in applicable areas. Review wiring diagrams and engineering plans for assembling and installing electrical and electronic units. Ensure adherence to design specifications and applicable codes and standards. Install electrical parts and hardware using soldering equipment and hand tools. Perform basic forklift maintenance (change tires, replace bushings, etc.). NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

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