Job Description

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

Job Category: General Plant
Requisition Number: MECHA010663
Full-Time
On-site
MA, Agawam, HPH
Agawam, MA 01001, USA

Job Details
Description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Responsibilities:

Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Executes assigned duties with minimal supervision.
Available for call-ins and required over-time to support critical situations.
Perform assigned duties in a timely manner, including follow-up to ensure work was completed satisfactorily.
Perform assigned duties following "Good Manufacturing Practices".
Assist operators in routine maintenance procedures & training on minor trouble-shooting & repairs.
Conduct general repairs & maintenance to facility and grounds as assigned.
Attend Daily Production Meeting as required.
Maintain records and logs as required.
Perform operating task and adjustments in the Wastewater Treatment plant.
Maintain a clean & safe work environment.

Job Qualifications:

GED or High School Diploma.
At least 5-7 years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Technician in a manufacturing environment.
Intermediate computer skill (i.e. Word, Excel, etc).
Excellent troubleshoot experience.
Ability to work well with people.
Strong communication skills.
Multi-tasked Individual.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Must possess a Waste Water license or have the ability to obtain the license within 6 months.

Working Conditions:

Factory environment
Varying noise and heat levels.
Responsibilities allow occasional opportunity for varying work routine

Physical Demands:

Standing: Long periods (up to 8 hours).
Sitting: Occasionally for short periods.
Walking: Long periods.
Bending & Twisting: Frequently.
Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently.
Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently.
Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities

Maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner
Maintaining the master list of documents
Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Notify Maintenance Manager and/or QA Manager of a food quality and safety issue in the event a supervisor is unavailable.
Back up: Other Mechanical Technician and/or Maintenance Supervisor

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"