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Packaging Mechanic 1 (Swing Shift) Pasco, WA

salary Salary :

$29.39 monthly

Job Description - Packaging Mechanic 1 (Swing Shift) Pasco, WA


The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.


Summary

The Packaging Mechanic diagnoses packaging equipment problems, repairs minor and major breakdown of high-speed packaging equipment, sets up and installs all packaging equipment, performs preventative maintenance items, improves line efficiencies, and ensures all equipment is in safe working condition. 

Key Responsibilities


  • Performs processing equipment repair, overhaul, and troubleshooting of equipment; changes and replaces belts, sprockets, bearings, chains, motors, etc. 


  • Evaluates equipment for performance, performs adjustments, replaces parts, etc. as needed to ensure uninterrupted processing of vegetables 




  • Performs routine and non-routine checks and preventative maintenance tasks established by the Maintenance Supervisor or Manager 






  • Familiar with proper start-up and shut down of processing equipment 




  • Assists in overhauling processing equipment after the processing season 




  • Performs other duties as assigned 



Typical Education







High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Relevant Experience



  • Experience with troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic systems 




  • 2+ years prior experience in a processing environment  



Other Information


  • Good knowledge of Computer Systems.

  • Experience with troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic Systems.

  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Ability to balance multiple tasks, be flexible and work well under pressure.

  • Ability to work in refrigerated and frozen environments.

  • Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment.


Job Requisition ID:  26496


Travel Required: None


Location(s): GF Plant - Pasco


Country: United States


Wage range or rate of pay: $29.39/HR 

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.


Attractive total rewards package that includes:



  • Medical, dental, vision coverage

  • 401(k) savings plan

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • Paid Time Off (where applicable)

  • Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)

  • Education Assistance (where applicable)

  • Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com



**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.


 


If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**


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