Production Machine Maintenance Mechanic
Woodburn, OR

*Full Benefits*/*Hourly Rate*

Company has been in business for over 60 years providing fresh, organic, cage-free eggs to local grocery stores and other end users. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Production Machine Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production machines within 45 miles of our Woodburn, OR facility.

Compensation

• Average annual salary around $55,000- $65,000 per year, which includes:
  • Hourly pay $24.00-$26.00, based on experience
  • Overtime paid after 55 hours per week
  • Typical work week is 45-50 hours per week
  • Bi-weekly paychecks

Benefits - Eligibility after 60 days

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Holidays and Vacations
• 401K with company match
• Profit sharing and other discretionary bonuses

Work Schedule

• Tuesday-Saturday
• Some Holidays may be included, Holiday pay included
• Typical work schedule 7:00am-5:00pm or work until work is completed
• Work schedule may change based on business needs; must be flexible with work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance and repairs to production maintenance equipment
• Detect malfunctions through observation through sound and/or vision
• Run diagnostic tests to ensure system functionality
• Repair and/or replace broken or faulty machine parts
• Perform emergency repairs that are time-sensitive
• Choose appropriate materials based on mechanical needs
• Align and calibrate machine parts
• Monitor and report on project progress
• Follow safety rules and regulations
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment

Requirements

• Experience with Microsoft applications: Outlook, Excel spreadsheets, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Production Managers regarding maintenance schedule interruptions
• Maintaining and repairing motors, drives, PLC systems, foodservice production equipment: baggers, washers, slicers, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving, trouble-shooting skills, and ability to work independently
• Requires physical stamina and strength, as you’ll have to stand for long hours and occasionally carry heavy loads
• Previous experience as a production maintenance mechanic in food-grade environment or similar role required
• Great understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical components, and mechanics
• Familiarity using various power and hand tools, such as hosts and grinders
• Experience working around live animals, specifically fowl, a plus but not required
• Be in excellent physical condition and be able to stand, sit, kneel, bend, lift, push, pull for extended periods and have normal use of senses
• Able to work in all types of environments and under difficult conditions; hot, cold, dust, indoors, outdoors
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English
• Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.
• Must pass pre-hire drug screen and physical
• Be able to lift, push, pull 65 pounds with no assistance