About the Company:

We’re supporting our client, a leading manufacturer in the food & beverage environment, based in Allentown, Pennsylvania who is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join their growing team.

Pay range and compensation package:

• Salary: $40-$42 per hour.
• Benefits: To be discussed at interview
• Shift: 3rd Shift

About the Role:

Great opportunity exists for a maintenance mechanic. Strong mechanical skills are our most important qualification. We are looking for mechanics across all shifts.

Responsibilities:

• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production.
• Performs scheduled maintenance and repairs of production equipment.
• Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Must follow all OSHA and plant safety rules along with S.Q.F. (safe quality food) regulations.
• Supports teams in operational improvement and performs any other duties deemed necessary or appropriate.

Required Skills:

• Must have a strong ability to work on production machinery and is self-motivated and able to work overtime when necessary.
• A proven track record of success in maintenance and repair of hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems, and AC / DC variable speed drives is necessary.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals, drawings, and able to perform required maintenance and service.
• Knowledge of PLC controls.
• Strong knowledge of troubleshooting AC and DC voltage.
• Basic welding.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem Solving - Recognize and solve the malfunctioning of the machines as well as quality problems.
• Strong developed skills to successfully manage projects and communicate status from beginning to end are necessary.
• Must be comfortable in a hands-on role as most time will be spent on plant floor working on projects, setting up production equipment and interfacing with company employees of all levels.
• Being able to function in a team environment and work comfortably with all departments is essential.
• Commitment to tasks, persistence and a sense of urgency will be necessary for success.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the USA.