We are seeking skilled Maintenance Mechanics to join our team at a high-volume food manufacturing facility in Pasco, WA. This role is critical to ensuring continuous operation by performing both preventive and corrective maintenance on a wide range of industrial equipment. The facility operates 24/7/365, producing shelf-stable food products.

Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to interpret technical documentation, and experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) to track and document repairs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production, utility, and facility equipment.
• Work with equipment such as pumps, valves, separators, reverse osmosis systems, evaporators, dryers, case packers, palletizers, boilers, chillers, air compressors, forklifts, and more.
• Use CMMS to log hours, locate parts, document repairs, generate follow-up work orders, and receive work assignments.
• Read and follow work orders related to equipment service, modification, or installation.
• Inspect, install, operate, lubricate, and repair equipment following condition monitoring protocols and safety procedures.
• Monitor and maintain plant utilities including power distribution, steam generation, water systems, HVAC, and fire suppression.
• Maintain professional working relationships with operations, management, and outside vendors.
• Use hand, shop, and power tools to perform maintenance tasks.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge in mechanical systems, including:
• Utilities: Electrical, steam, compressed air, water, wastewater, refrigeration
• Building systems: HVAC, fire safety, and security
• Mechanical: Gearboxes, chain/sprockets, belt/pulleys, pumps, pneumatics, and hydraulics
• Experience maintaining:
• Packaging systems: Palletizers, case packers/formers, baggers, conveyors, robotics
• Processing equipment: Valves, pumps, separators, evaporators, heat exchangers
• Utility equipment: Boilers, chillers, air compressors
• Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical and electrical schematics
• Proficient in using CMMS software to track and record maintenance work
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in food, beverage, or packaging manufacturing environments is preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work 12-hour shifts involving sitting, standing, climbing, or walking
• Comfortable working in a loud manufacturing environment
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical training or formal education in a related field preferred

Preferred Skills:

• PLC troubleshooting and control systems experience
• Background in industrial electrical systems and instrumentation
• Sanitary welding and stainless-steel fabrication experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills in high-speed production environments

Shifts:

This is a 365-day operation. Candidates must be willing to work rotating day and night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.