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Nutrius

Maintenance Mechanic

Nutrius, Turlock, California, United States, 95382

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Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Department: Maintenance Location: Turlock, CA Full/Part-Time: Full-Time Shift: Day FLSA Status: Hourly (non-exempt) Pay Rate: $26.00 to $40.00 per hour.

SUMMARY Reporting to the Supervisor, the Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on all equipment throughout the mill operation. This individual will also be responsible for minimizing downtime by detecting potential mechanical and electrical problems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Must have good analytical skills, able to troubleshoot and make on the spot corrections to emergency conditions

Able to climb stairs and ladders and work safely at elevated heights of 200ft and confined spaces

Knowledge of fabrication, electrical schematics, engineering drawings, power transmission, pneumatics, welding, and cutting is necessary

Light Industrial Electric required, Hydraulics, Power Transmissions, Pneumatic; basic computer knowledge; previous feed mill experience desired

Utilize computer programmed batching system to receive and manufacture feed

Maintain required documentation associated with all departments

After appropriate training, operate all process equipment including powered industrial vehicles

Assist in startup and shut down of operations

Assist in troubleshooting of processes and equipment operation and provide input for corrective actions

Perform general housekeeping of production area to meet OSHA standards, as well as a clean and safe working environment

Climb ladders up to 100 feet to perform maintenance and inventory duties

Perform quality duties including but not limited to sampling inbound and outbound loads as well as production paperwork

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Special projects and/or other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of:

Safety, inventory and maintenance processes and procedures

Computer systems to create spreadsheets is a plus

Technical and mechanical systems related to operation

Ability to:

Maintain high quality control standards; effectively problem-solve, supervise and troubleshoot

Communicate effectively with all levels of staff throughout the organization

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Evaluate employees fairly and objectively

Work flexible hours; on-call availability, OT, and rotating weekends.

Experience and Training Guidelines Preferred:

College coursework in technical field desired

Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in feed mill maintenance, industrial, or a production environment

MS Office – Excel, Word

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize successfully

SPECIAL DEMANDS Physical and mental requirements:

Occasional use of keyboard

Frequent sitting for long periods of time

Occasional bending or squatting

Constant use of vision; frequent reading

Frequent decision-making and concentration

Frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone

Frequent exposure to noise

Frequent reading and close-up work

Occasional lifting up to 55 pounds

SKILLS Hand Tools: Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing duties.

Welding

Fabrication skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Automotive/Forklifts

Packaging equipment

Pumps

Compressor

Instrumentations/Electronics

Machinists

PLC’s

Equipment Rebuilding

Pneumatics/Hydraulics

General building repairs

MIG Welding

TIG Welding

Stick Welding

Program/Operate palletizing Robot.

WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment subject to street or field noise and environment including exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Some duties involve working in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Position may require work outside regular business hours, including weekends, holidays and on-call; occasional travel to other company locations.

Note: Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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