Cacique® is the #1 brand of authentic Mexican-style cheeses, cremas , chorizos and salsas in the United States. With a leadership position among the Hispanic population nationwide and over 13 years of consecutive revenue growth, Cacique is poised for continued growth and expansion.
Cacique was founded in 1973 upon the four core values of Family, Quality, Integrity, and Authenticity, and these values continue to provide the foundation for our success and how we work. We look to hire future teammates who embody these values, and who are innovative, resourceful, determined, and catalysts of change. As a dedicated, family-owned company, Cacique offers a rewarding environment in which to thrive and grow your career.
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of our Maintenance Manager, the Mechanic B is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary, and efficient condition, also responsible for staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology, and techniques. This facility produces a variety of dairy products as safely and efficiently as possible, while meeting all corporate, customer, and government requirements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas or air required for operations)
- Readily available for emergency repairs/breakdown situations
- Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Perform preventive maintenance ( i.e. conducting computerized preventive maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data)
- Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery)
- Complete work orders in a timely manner , maintaining high quality standards.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
- Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.
- Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format, and completed with the required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
- Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor
- Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices
- Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
- Follow all required work safe practices, including but not limited to: Lockout-tag out requirements and wearing all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling and fall restraints.
- Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately .
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
REQUIREMENTS FOR LEVEL C:
- Trained in forkliftoperation.
- Demonstrates basic knowledge of mechanical equipment repair.
- Able to complete all preventative maintenancetasks.
- Able to create a notification inSAP.
- Able to locate parts inSAP.
- Demonstrates a high level of communication,cooperation,andteamwork.
- CPR/First aid certified.
- Basic tig, stick, wire welding.Plasma and acetylene cutting.
- Able to troubleshoot and overhaul a centrifugal pump.
- Understanding of MCC room layouts
- Able to troubleshoot/replace motor controlstarters.
- Able to troubleshoot/replace relays andsolenoids.
- Able to laser align anything coupled or pulleydriven.
- Able to troubleshoot and wire a 3-phase motor.
- Able to troubleshoot and repair 110v and 24v control wiring.
- Eligible to achieve skill level B after a minimum of one year at skill level C.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
At Cacique, eligible teammates receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short-term disability. As well as vacation, sick , holiday pay, birthday day off, 401k with company match, and more!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.