WHO WE ARE
Baldwin Richardson Foods, Co. is a global manufacturer of custom food and beverage ingredients and one of the largest African-American family-owned and-operated businesses in the food industry. The Company has strong supply relationships with some of the world’s largest Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and Food Service customers. Iconic, global food brands entrust Baldwin Richardson Foods as their partner to deliver the highest quality products that exceed industry standards. The Company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson’s Ice Cream Toppings and Nance’s Mustards and Condiments. Baldwin Richardson Foods has manufacturing locations in Macedon, NY and Williamson, NY; Corporate Offices in Oakbrook Terrace, IL and Food Innovation Center Westmont, IL. This role is in our Macedon, NY facility.
WHAT WE NEED
Our Maintenance function is at the heart of keeping our business running and producing for our customers and consumers. In this role, under minimal supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic will perform troubleshooting, repair, modification, installation, and preventative maintenance on packaging and process equipment, utilizing standard work practices to ensure production is completed in a safe and efficient manner.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) will support safety programs and policies to safeguard personal safety, product safety, company property, environmental and team member’s safety.
- Complete preventative maintenance on all equipment to maximize efficiencies and limit downtime.
- Support continuous improvement efforts by providing equipment and process expertise.
- May be involved with providing technical support to Operations Team for training and staff development (i.e. cross training production personnel for first level-maintenance activities)
- Maintain packaging and process equipment through execution of preventive maintenance programs.
- Troubleshoot and repair packaging and process equipment including Fillers, Cappers, Case Erectors, Case Packers, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- HS Diploma required, two-year associate degree, licensing, or equivalent trade school technical training in related field highly preferred, but applicable experience will be consisted in lieu of licensing or education.
- A minimum of three (3) years of mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience (manufacturing, automotive, farming, or related) is preferred.
- Experience troubleshooting to identify root-cause issues on mechanical equipment or components.
- Experience in food and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing, specifically working to meet GMP, OSHA, FDA, EPA standards is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Proficiency with hand, portable power, and shop tools in the maintenance of manufacturing equipment, ability to perform preventative maintenance procedures, we well as read and interpret mechanical drawings is required.
- Ability to identify and replace components (gearboxes, pumps, cylinders), light fabrication and use of common shop tools (Drill press, Grinders, belt sanders), and mechanical troubleshooting (timing, clearance, sequence of operation) on high-speed equipment in a safe, efficient manner.
- Experience in the following areas is advantageous and would warrant a higher starting pay rate:
- Familiarity with packaging equipment such as: Fillers, Cappers, Case Packers, conveyors, tanks, and pumps.
- Ability to rebuild pumps, gearboxes, cylinders, and associated manufacturing equipment with minimal guidance.
- Ability to use more complex analytical and measuring tools for vibration analysis, torque requirements and tolerances.
- Ability to fabricate small machine parts
- Experience with providing feedback and modifications to PMs and SOPs.
- A pro-active, high-energy attitude, geared towards achieving continuous improvement.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment with people of varying skills and backgrounds.
- Ability to independently prioritize and multitask effectively, as well as work autonomously or in a team environment as a critical-thinker and decision-maker.
- Must be willing and able to work overtime, including off-shift, weekends and holidays when required to support the production schedule.
- Due to SQF regulations, all employees must be able to fluently read, write, and converse in the English language.
At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package, and is determined within a range.
The base pay range for this role is between $25.00 and $34.00 per hour. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
You'll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!
Read more about who we are at:
www.brfoods.com or www.linkedin.com/company/baldwin-richardson-foods
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