**Job Description** **Garelick Farms, a DFA company, is seeking a 2nd Shift Maintenance Mechanic to join their team!** **We provide:** **Competitive Wages** **Full Benefits** **Paid Time Off** **Paid Holidays** **401k** **And Much More!** GENERAL PURPOSE Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures + Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance + Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service + Support the installation of new equipment + Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime + Complete work orders in a timely manner, while 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 repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures + Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques + Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes + Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance + Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues + Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements + The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required **Requirements** Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent + Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc. An Equal Opportunity Employer