Mechanic Helper

Job Title: Mechanic Helper

Job Location: Vineland NJ

Position Summary

Provides for the inspection and maintenance of the plants machinery, grounds, buildings, and

equipment and assists with the repairs of same. This is the maintenance helper level position in the

classification and is expected to perform the job functions under direct supervision by their supervisor

or the lead tech.

Basic Functions (include but not limited to)

1. Support without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and

Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are

Priority #1.

2. Assist the Lead Mechanic with the repair and maintain machinery and equipment in

accordance with diagrams, operational manuals and manufacturing specifications

3. Perform preventive maintenance functions as directed using the SAP Tablets.

4. Lubricates all machinery with the correct lubricants.

5. Work from a ladder safely.

6. Paints and/or repairs any surfaces in or around the building and grounds.

7. Removes and/or replaces defective parts using hand and/or power tools

8. Maintains a safe and clean working environment when doing repairs.

9. Follow and enforce company GMP procedures and Policies.

10. Know where emergency ESTOP and START/STOP buttons are located

11. Follow the Lock Out/Tag Out procedures for machine and utilities when necessary

12. Must be safety conscious.

13. Perform special requests by Lead Mechanic/Maintenance Supervisor

14. Directs and supports contractors engaged in repairing and maintaining facility equipment and

general building maintenance such as painters, landscapers, snow and ice removal and general

grounds maintenance activities.

15. Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team

environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators,

maintenance techs and office staff to assist with repairs and troubleshooting

16. Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.

17. Perform other routine dutiesPage 2 of 2

Qualification Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate required.

Will need to have their own tools to perform daily maintenance tasks.

Must be able to successfully pass an oral/written test to demonstrate required knowledge/abilities

required of the position.

Prefer 1 years prior maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Basic mechanical aptitude, basic math skills and ability to use basic gauges and measuring tools are

required

Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned by Management

Physical Demands

Works in a manufacturing environment where the employee Must be able to move 75

pounds at a distance of 25 feet or more. Must be able to stand for an 8-10 hour shift (sometimes

longer) with regular breaks while performing repetitive work. May be required to work overtime,

weekends and/or holidays as needed. The employee is regularly exposed to heat, fumes, odors, dust,

oil, slippery floors, moving parts/equipment and risk of electrical shock. Earplugs, safety glasses, beard

nets (if facial hair exists), hairnets, and steel-toed / slip-resistant shoes are required in the plant in

accordance with company GMP and safety standards.