Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Fuel Your Career with Oberto Snacks

Position: Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift

Type: Onsite

Relocation: No

Location: Kent, WA

If you're looking for a dynamic workplace with exciting opportunities, consider joining Oberto Snacks, Inc.

Here's why you should apply:

Innovative Environment:

• At Oberto, we thrive on innovation. Be part of a team that constantly pushes boundaries and creates unique snack experiences.

Quality-Driven Culture:

• We're passionate about delivering top-notch products. Join us if you're committed to excellence and quality.

Team Collaboration:

• Our collaborative work environment fosters creativity and teamwork. You'll collaborate with talented individuals across various functions.

Career Growth:

• Oberto offers growth opportunities. Whether you're starting your career or seeking advancement, we've got you covered.

OBERTO HISTORY & MISSION:

Founded in Seattle by Constantino Oberto in 1918, Oberto Snacks Inc's future is brighter than ever. With its growing portfolio of brands, each with its own mission, purpose and army of passionate fans, Oberto continues to be one of the nation's leading and most innovative meat snacks companies. Employing more than 700 food professionals, Oberto's mission is to empower people to make better choices for a healthier and happier life. As a part of that mission, we strive to provide innovative, delicious, healthy, and convenient protein-packed snacks.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Maintenance Mechanics must have a strong working background in the repair of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, PLC's, servos, and vacuum equipment/machinery. Mechanics are expected to work with the plants CMMS system. Mechanics must also be good communicators and willing to be part of a team environment. Mechanics must understand the concept of Lean Manufacturing.

SCHEDULE:

• Maintenance Mechanic
• 2nd Shift: (1:30pm – 10:00pm), Friday - Tuesday.

WAGE: Hourly range for this position is $ $35.00 per hour DOE, including a $1.00 per hour for working 2nd/3rd shifts.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

May do any one of the following:

• Understands electrical schematics and a proficiency at operating a variety of hand and power tools.
• Understands the concept of CMMS.
• Maintain the operation of production lines by providing simple "on-line" repairs on all packaging/processing lines, which consist of the following equipment:
• Conveyors
• Code Daters (Thermal & Ink jet)
• Basic Computer skills
• Slicing Equipment
• Stuffing and Grinding equipment.
• Ishida Scales
• Metal Detectors
• Vertical/Horizontal Form Fill Seal
• Boiler
• NH3 systems
• Air compressors/Vacuum Pumps
• Plant lighting and electrical.
• Smokehouses
• Troubleshoot the source of the equipment failure and to then adjust, repair or replace parts as needed using standard hand and power tools, including specialty tools such as volt OHM Meter. Performs these tasks at the request of the Lead Mechanic, Maintenance Mechanic, or Production Personnel.
• At the commencement of the shift, consult the production schedule for the day and sets up the machines accordingly.
• Report to Lead and/or Maintenance Supervisor with any reasons for delaying shift starts.
• Responsible for submitting any parts requisition forms for low inventoried or non-inventoried stock.
• May be required to fabricate a needed part if availability is limited by use of grinder, drill press, band saw and mig or tig welding equipment.
• Reports to the Lead Mechanic, Maintenance Supervisor for the assignment of non-emergency repairs such as machine overhauling or preventative maintenance during down time.
• General preventative maintenance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School (minimum)
• 2 years college preferred but not required.
• Experienced in pneumatics, mechanical, refrigeration, boiler, and electrical repairs.
• Basic Computer skills
• 3 years' experience in the maintenance field, 1 of which are in the food or manufacturing industry.
• 3 years plumbing or general facilities repair experience.
• 3 years pneumatics and Hydraulics experience.
• Understand PLC wiring and ladder logic (training class or work experience).
• Familiarity with HACCP (OJT)
• Understanding and compliance with all GMPs (OJT)
• Understanding and compliance with all personal safety rules (OJT)
• Required to purchase and maintain their own quality hand tools.
• Maintaining quality hand tools requires that they keep all tools clean, sanitary, rust free and in good working order.
• Understands LOTO and Confined Space.
• Able to wire and phase high voltage motors and machines up to 480v.
• Proficient at wiring control circuits of all voltages and types. Including motor starters, frequency controllers and start stop circuits.
• Proficient at wiring and understanding NPN, PNP devices.
• Able to read blueprints and schematics.
• Good Communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work environment is that of a processing environment. This employee regularly works with hazardous machinery, materials, chemicals, wet floors and with wet equipment. This employee regularly works around high voltage, hot water, and steam

• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
• Physical work including climbing stairs, pulling hoses, etc.
• Willing to work in a various-temperature environment
• Ability to handle heavy objects safely and with proper body mechanics. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and routinely maneuver objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently talk, hear, and smell
• Ability to frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus

Duties and responsibilities described are not comprehensive and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessary. Roles and responsibilities typically evolve over time, reflecting growth and maturity of the business.

ABOUT OBERTO: We offer a creative, diverse, and inclusive workplace environment. We are committed to rewarding our teammates for their hard work, enthusiasm, and professional excellence.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short term and long-term disability, life insurance and wellness program, Flex spending account.
• 401K Plan with a generous company match
• Quarterly performance incentive.
• 10 Paid holidays, generous paid time off, and paid sick leave.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan Oberto with contribution match.

EXTRA BENEFIT:

• Tuition Reimbursement, and career growth opportunities
• Discount commuter benefits.
• Safety Shoe program, and Safety Glasses program
• Paid Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Services, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Service Award Recognition program, and Employee Recognition program.
• Matching Charity Donations
• Pet Insurance
• Oberto Product Discounts
• Basic membership reimbursement to Costco or Sam's Club.
• First-class onsite fitness center

Ready to Join Our Snack-Tastic Team? Apply Now

Oberto Snacks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Oberto Snacks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veterans' status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at or by applying directly on our website at

EEO/E-Verify Statements:Oberto Snacks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Oberto Snacks, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.

**Please note, we do not engage with outside recruiters. All recruitment processes are managed internally by our Talent Acquisition team. Thank you.