Maintenance Mechanic (1st Shift)

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL ICEE and Dippin Dots along with other key brands like LUIGIS Real Italian Ice The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes cookies and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to Fun Served Here.

POSITION SUMMARY:Reporting to the Maintenance Manager the Maintenance Technician willbe responsible forensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of our facilityand equipment. This role involves performing preventive maintenance troubleshooting equipment issues and completing repairs to minimize downtime and maximize productivitywhilemaintaininga safe and functional environment for our employees and visitors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Limitsdowntime of equipment by performing inspections documenting issues creating parts lists and work-orders and performing tasks toeliminateongoing and repetitive issues.

• Diagnosesand repairsmachine breakdowns ina timelyfashion and with professionalism.

• Adheres to all applicable GMP policies and guidelines.

• Practiceslock out/tag out safety procedures andutilizesPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)andadheresto all food safety and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies and guidelines.

• Documentswork accuratelyandtimelyin the CMMS as required to meet all policies and procedures.

• Repairs andmaintainsmachineryandfacilityto include but not limited toplumbing physical structuregroundand electrical wiringin accordance withblueprints manuals and buildingcodes usingthe necessary tools.

• Performs routine maintenance on machines; replaces or repairs machine belts; removes dust dirtgrease and waste materials from machines; paints machines or equipment to prevent corrosion.

• Installs electrical equipment and repairs or replaces wiring fixtures and bulbs.

• Repairsvarious typesof furniture doors windows floors lockers gates roofs and ceilings; digs post holes; patches and repairs docks and floors;maintainsgrounds.

• CompletesassignedPreventative Maintenance (PMs)timelyas assigned in the CMMS.

• Read andinterpretsequipment manuals todetermineproper operationsassistwithorderingparts and work with equipmentOriginalEquipment Manufacturers (OEMs)directly for support when necessary.

• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests including after-hours and weekend calls to address critical issues and prevent disruptions to business operations.

• Performs otherduties asassigned byManager.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully theMaintenance Technicianmust be self-motivated able toproblem solvedetail-oriented and abletostay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or abilityrequired.

• Ability to use standard tools materials methods and practices involved in buildingmaintenanceand repair including but not limited to carpentry plumbing welding electrical and painting.

• Excellent organization and time management skills.

• Ability to analyze and evaluate situations and use independent judgment and initiative in takingappropriate action.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints manuals and building codes.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

• Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task prioritizeand adapt well to change.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in a related field preferred.

• 1 to 3 yearsin manufacturing maintenance or1 to 3 yearsin relevant technical services.

• Experience with troubleshooting and repairingmechanical systemssuch as: hydraulics pneumatics gearboxes and other drive train components.

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.

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Job title:Maintenance Technician

Disclaimer:This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement:J&J Snack Foods an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race color age national origin ethnicity alienage religion or creed gender gender identity pregnancy marital status sexual orientation citizenship genetic disposition or characteristics disability or veterans status sex offenses prior record of arrest or conviction genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic status as a victim or witness of domestic violence sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.