Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

Job Description

It is the responsibility of the Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic to perform regularly scheduled preventive and unplanned maintenance on equipment to ensure smooth production operation and maximum productivity of gelato manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting automated process and packaging equipment
• Respond when production lines go down due to machinery issues. Assess and repair in timely manner to minimize production down time.
• Building maintenance including routine carpentry, masonry, painting, boilers, HVAC and welding.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on machinery.
• Support production through improvement of equipment and processes.
• Able to demonstrate capabilities in programming electrical processes, pneumatics , robotics and conveying.
• Read, understand electrical schematics for equipment.
• Assemble and wire electrical and pneumatic controls for machinery.
• Assist with new equipment installation and testing.
• Assist in developing procedures for servicing and maintaining new equipment.
• Follow procedures outlined for servicing and maintaining existing equipment.
• Support the production department through assisting with training and direction for machine operators.
• Must understand and follow all safety programs.
• Must maintain a strong commitment and support of GMP’s, food safety and quality programs and the global food safety initiative.
• Other duties/tasks as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Food Manufacturing experience desired.
• 4-5 years of experience working in an automated industrial maintenance environment.
• Refrigeration experience highly preferred.
• Proficient at one or more of the following areas: refrigeration, electrical controls, sanitary welding, boiler maintenance, plumbing and building maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand technical equipment manuals, diagrams and blueprints.
• Proficiency in problem solving.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to interact and communicate well with coworkers, production staff and management.
• Ability to work well in team settings.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision (self-starter)
• Must have ability to perform heavy, physical labor.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Computer skills and PLC experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Punctuality and dependability required.
• Proficient in English.
  
  

Great Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Villa Dolce Gelato offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever-changing needs of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, wellness programs, paid holidays and vacation time to name few!

Company Description

We are a rapidly growing gelato (Italian ice cream) manufacturer established in 2001. We serve an ever-growing base of wholesale clients across the United States and are committed to sweetening the experience of life by delivering exceptional products and services to the world.

We are a rapidly growing gelato (Italian ice cream) manufacturer established in 2001. We serve an ever-growing base of wholesale clients across the United States and are committed to sweetening the experience of life by delivering exceptional products and services to the world.