MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
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Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team, One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.

For candidates based in NY, this position starts at $25.68/Hour

There are a variety of benefits offered to our union employees either through the union or through HP Hood. The program may vary based on where you work, but all employees are offered a competitive benefits package that include health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discount programs, retirement program, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and or Maintenance Manager will follow all established procedures and policies while producing a product that meets or exceeds available standards while prioritizing safety, quality and efficiency to meet the goals of the company.

This is for a 3rd shift position, i.e. night shift. Sunday-Tuesday, Friday-Saturday 10PM-6AM. Days off Wednesday and Thursday ( Days off and hours of work are subject to change according to production needs)

Job Responsibilities

* Conduct general repairs & maintenance to facility and grounds as assigned

* Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision

* Respond and perform assigned duties in a timely manner per work order program

* Perform assigned duties following GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES .

* Attend Daily Production Meeting if required.

* Maintain records and logs as required.

* Support change over and start up of assigned area.

* Support SQF through the monitoring of incoming services.

* Maintain the Calibration Program.

* Support SQF by maintaining the Preventive Maintenance Program.

* Support SQF by completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.

Job Qualifications:

* GED or High School Education

* At least 3 years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a manufacturing environment

* Basic computer skills (ie. Word, Exel, etc.)

* Excellent troubleshooting experience

* Strong Communication skills

* Multi-task Individual

* Ability to work independently or with little supervision

Physical Demands

* Standing: Long periods (up to 8 hours)

* Sitting: occasionally for short periods

* Walking: Long periods

* Bending & Twisting: Frequently

* Lifting: Heavy (50+lbs))

* Carrying: Heavy (40-60lbs)

* Pushing:/Pulling: under 75 lbs. without assistance frequently

SQF Requirements / Responsibilities

* Maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner

* Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action