Packaging Mechanic
About the Company
G.L. Mezzetta Inc. (www.mezzetta.com) is a 75 year old food company based in the Napa Valley. We are fourth generation family owned and operated. The company is famous for its glass-packed peppers and olives marketed under the Mezzetta® brand name, and Mezzetta is the #1 brand for both types of products in supermarkets across the U.S. However, Mezzetta is much more than peppers and olives, as it has expanded into pasta sauces, BBQ sauces, hot sauces, olive oil, and an assortment of marinated vegetables.
About the job:
This position needs to be flexible to support1st, 2nd and/or 3rd shift operations. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Ensures that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Must have excellent proficiency in Preventative Maintenance, over-hauls, modification, and mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Must also have working knowledge of machine shop equipment, welding and fabrication, excellent trouble shooting and problem solving skills.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs of production and processing equipment as well as utility related equipment, following all safety procedures.
- Support the installation of new equipment.
- Assist the machine operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime.
- Ensure all repairs are documented.
- Foster teamwork consistent with our company and plant Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED. Technical/Trade School preferred or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 3 years of skilled industrial maintenance experience. Prior experience in a food or bottling manufacturing environment a plus.
- Basic math skills, be familiar with and have a working knowledge of equipment, ability to interpret simple to complex blueprints and schematics.
- Must possess training / experience in at least two or more of the following areas:
* PLC's and PLC programming
* Single and three phase industrial electricity and control systems
* AC/DC drive Systems
* Pneumatics / hydraulics systems
* Welding practices and techniques
* Machining /fabricating practices and techniques
* Industrial boiler operations
* Water Treatment Systems
* HVAC Systems
