Maintenance Technician - Mechanical [2nd Shift / Monday to Friday / 3pm to 11:30pm] or [3rd Shift / Monday to Friday / 11pm-7:30am] at Akron, NY

Overview

Shift: 

The anticipated regular work schedule is [2nd Shift / Monday to Friday / 3pm to 11:30pm] or [3rd Shift / Monday to Friday / 11pm-7:30am] - Additional days or overtime as required to complete the daily demands

Main Purpose:

Repairs, Installs and maintains facilities, production equipment and production support systems such as ice cream freezers, filling machines, conveyors, Shrink-wraps, boilers, compressors and the ammonia refrigeration system.

JOB EXPECTATIONS

• PLC experience a plus
• Troubleshoot & repair power drives and pneumatics
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Supports the production of safe, high quality products and  team member safety
• Ability to pass a HAZMAT physical

• Prepares requisitions for materials/parts required to complete work orders
• Creates work orders, closes them when complete, and accounts for time spent on tasks in our computerized Maintenance Management System

• Complies with all safety & GMP regulations

• Follows all company rules, policies and procedures
• Maintains membership and training in the company emergency response team as outlined by OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.120 (HAZMAT)
• Must be forklift certified or obtain the qualification within the probationary period
• Valid New York State Driver’s License

• Availability to work a variable schedule on occasion to cover other team member time off                              

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (In order to receive an interview for this position, ALL of the below requirements must be met.)

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to push, pull, climb, and squat, bend frequently throughout the shift
• Perform basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and with decimals and fractions
• Perform basic measurements (tape measures, levels, calipers, micrometers)
• Experience working on ice cream machines and scrape freezers 
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Physically able to wear a respirator and maintain a Hazmat certification
• Basic computer keyboarding skills & touchscreen technology
• Proficient with basic hand tools and power tools
• Able to work at heights using ladders, platforms or mechanical lifts using OSHA required fall protection
• Can work on extreme temperatures ranging -30°F to 120°F
• Tolerance of variable work environment both indoor and outdoor in conditions that vary based on location and season
• Basic mechanical skills for machine disassembly and reassembly
• NYS approved millwright apprenticeship or 2-year degree in mechanical engineering (military schooling and/or "megatronics" type school is acceptable) or a verifiable trade school
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an industrial mechanic position
• Capable of reading blue prints and schematics
• Basic proficiency with electrical meters/multi meters
• Proficient with mechanical equipment (including lathes, mill, drill press, saws, grinders)
• Familiarity with the Basics of Fluid Control (such as pumps)
• Capable of burning and welding (MIG, TIG, Stick)
• Metal fabrication
• Pipe fitting
• Able to handle chemicals, paints, solvents and exposure to environmental allergens

Pay:

Base Pay Rate:  $31.56/ hour

Shift Differential: $0.50 / hour

HAZMAT Premium: $1.25 / hour

Perry's Ice Cream is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug free facility.