Job Description
About LiDestri Food and Drink LiDestri Food and Drink has grown from our roots as a pasta sauce and salsa manufacturer to become an R&D engine, formulating and producing innovative food products for our national and retailer brand partners. A family-run company based in Rochester, NY, LiDestri employs over 1,000 people across three U.S. locations. We have decades-long partnerships with some of the most respected consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies and the most highly inventive retailer brands. Excellent Pay and Benefits: Great career-pathing Professional development, including unlimited online training courses Health insurance with premium contributions Dental, vision, HSA 100% company paid life insurance and long-term disability 401k – with employer match Paid time off to include- vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays Company bonuses And many more…. POSITION SUMMARY: The primary role of the Mechanic/Electrician I is to work as a key maintenance team contributor to support company objectives with respect to maintaining equipment to support production requirements using strong mechanical and electrical aptitude. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, which can work with internal and external customers, and can work as part of the maintenance team but is also comfortable working independently. Along with being actively involved in the support of Safety. Quality and Good Manufacturing Practices and Preventive Maintenance programs. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Setup, repair, install, maintain machinery equipment including; mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, special projects, measuring and calibrating equipment, performing preventive maintenance duties; Performs all production equipment setups as required to meet operational needs; Supports and completes Preventive and Planned maintenance of mechanical and utilities equipment including but not limited to; cleaning, inspecting, setup, diagnosing, replacement, testing and continuous improvements; Assists in the diagnoses of electrical and mechanical malfunctions in machinery and equipment. Inspect visually and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunction; Identifies and reports the need for repairs/major repairs to Maintenance Management; Crossover with previous shifts’ maintenance and production employees to review the schedule and current runs, identifying what needs repair and plan product changeovers; Effectively communicate with other departments in a professional manner at all times to communicate on equipment and repair status; Works within the maintenance team to accurately communicate/document events so that others have the most effective information to solve problems; Assists with the installation of new equipment and enhancing equipment through continuous improvements and upgrades; Some basic fabrication skills and use of tools associated with cutting, welding, grinding, soldering; Enhances knowledge and skills of mechanical and electrical systems with on the job training; Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance Managers and Master Mechanics on projects, continuous improvement and annual plant shut-down maintenance; Completes all tasks while strictly adhering to all required industry guidelines but not limited to; Plant Safety, Food Safety, SQF and all internal/external audits; Report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action. REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED required; Basic computer literacy as evidenced by the ability to go online and conduct basic searches on the Internet, check email, create and send with attachments and use basic email features; Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, procedure manuals, operating and maintenance instructions; Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Experience working with manufacturing equipment including 3 phase motors, control wiring, 24VDC, 120VAC, 208/220VAC, 480VAC; Experience with Controls for Conveyor Systems, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Pumps and Valves; Knowledge of and