High Speed Packaging Mechanic (APD)
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Job Location:
Philadelphia, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.
Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; its about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Natures Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Daves Killer Bread the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse and the sweet delights of Tastykake each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity Respect & Inclusion Sustainability Passion and a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success Flowers Foods is more than a bakery its a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.
Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:
- Comprehensive health and medical benefits
- 401(k) Retirement savings plan
- Professional growth and leadership training
- Paid vacation holidays and parental leave
Benefits may vary depending on your work location.
Bringing Home the Dough
Performs scheduled/unscheduled maintenance and installation tasks on the physical plant equipment and machinery according to standards. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety legality and/or quality.
Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities
- Responsible for smooth operation of all packaging machinery.
- Works from complex blueprints drawings written or verbal instructions.
- Makes standard shop computations relating to stress strength of materials centers of gravity direction rotation speeds etc.
- Capable of making complete machine overhaul both mechanical and electrical so that when the machine is placed in service it will function as required.
- Capable of making pre-arranged changeovers in the machines when going from one variety to a different variety.
- Dismantles and makes on the job repairs to the machine by replacing worn or damaged parts.
- Practices preventative maintenance by replacing worn or defective parts with items obtained from stock or produced by a machinist before they break or damage the product or the machine.
- Examines machines and mechanical equipment to locate and to diagnose the source of trouble in mechanical electrical and pneumatic areas.
- Runs inspects adjusts and repairs if necessary all packaging machinery prior to and during production run.
- Reports major problems to the Supervisor for decisions.
- Operates Powered Industrial equipment as needed.
- May supervise the work of helpers and apprentices on assignment.
- Follows established Company Policies & Procedures Sanitary Codes and Safety Requirements.
- Completes work orders as assigned.
- Completes daily work cards and other paperwork documenting work activities and man hours.
- Performs other essential and non-essential duties as directed by supervision.
- Maintains cleanliness of work area.
- Practice and comply with all Company policies and procedures (EEO Harassment Safety Sarbanes Oxley etc.)
- Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules adherence to attendance policies and other applicable operating rules policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications
At least two (2) years additional plant experience involving industrial equipment applications a working knowledge of electronic controls high speed packaging machinery and basic knowledge of PLCs. Competent with computers and software including Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word and Excel.Experience with PM and work order systems.
Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements
Four (4) year electromechanical apprenticeship or equivalent preferred but may be substituted with work experience.
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.
EEO Statement
Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age veteran status disability status or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education experience and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability please send an e-mail to Michelle Gussom at or.
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Air Brake
- Alignment
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Automotive Repair
- Maintenance
- Welding
- Hydraulics
- Equipment Repair
- Leadership Experience
About Company
Headquartered in Thomasville, Ga., Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is one of the largest producers of packaged bakery foods in the United States with 2022 sales of $4.8 billion. Flowers operates bakeries across the country that produce a wide range of bakery products. Among the ...
