**Purpose Statement**  

The Maintenance Mechanic ensures that all equipment in the plant runs smoothly by performing repairs and regular maintenance on various types of machinery.

**Key Responsibilities and Outcomes**  

- Identifies and resolves any maintenance issues that arise.

- Uses equipment schematics and manuals to tune machines for optimal performance, applying basic electrical and mechanical principles to fix problems.

- Applies general knowledge of plumbing, metalworking, and building maintenance when needed.

- Works with various measuring instruments and devices to monitor equipment performance.

- Provides training to new team members on necessary maintenance skills.

- Keeps the work area clean and organized, following safety and quality guidelines.

- Operates the control system for monitoring equipment and completes necessary paperwork.

- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Team Leader.

- Assists and trains team members on basic troubleshooting techniques and supports production activities as necessary.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Experience**  

- Must have 3-5 years of experience in food processing, particularly in troubleshooting and repairing production equipment with advanced control systems.

- Good communication skills are essential, both in writing and speaking.

- Ability to train other team members in maintenance tasks.

- Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team.

- Familiarity with control systems for monitoring equipment.

- Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

- Knowledge of plumbing, metalworking, and general maintenance for facilities.

- Awareness of and compliance with safety guidelines.

- Understanding of quality and food safety practices.

- Knowledge of proper operating and adjustment procedures for machinery.

- Ability to contribute to teams focused on improving production and supporting team involvement.