Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! 

At HP Hood, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other – One Team, One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discount programs, 401k matches, incentive programs, profit sharing and more. 

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey’s Milk & Milkshakes and more.

Set 2 week schedule with 3 day weekend off every other week.

Alternating 3 or 4 day work weeks.
12 Hour Shift Beginning at 5:30pm PM EST.

Starting Salary: $33.23

6 months: $34.01

12 months: $34.82

Job Summary:
Responsible for the preventative maintenance, repair, installation of equipment, systems and utilities in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Understands the functionality of equipment.
• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and correct issues by utilizing knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, mechanical maintenance, motors, control circuits, power supplies, basic AC&DC theory, and power distribution.
• Reads and understands electrical schematics and is able to use and understand electrical testing equipment.
• Understands boiler operations and can troubleshoot problems related to steam generation.
• Responsible for the operation, maintenance and general repairs to the anhydrous ammonia system.
• Ability to use hand tools including, lathes, drill presses, saws, welding equipment, calibration equipment, etc. to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Performs necessary repairs or preventative maintenance on all industrial equipment.
• Understands operational urgency and supports production needs.
• Communicates to Maintenance and/or Plant Manager any condition that prevents the manufacture of products to established standards.
• Ensures safe operational practices for self and other operators.
• Adheres to all plant GMP and sanitation policies.
• Promotes SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Performs any and all duties as directed by Supervision.
Education and Experience:
• GED or High School Diploma with at least 3 year's experience in manufacturing.
• Prior experience in industrial maintenance.
• Intermediate computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent troubleshooting experience.
• Experience within PLC’s and Ammonia Refrigeration preferred.
• Experience working with outside vendors and contractors.
Skills and Competencies:
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
• Ability to successfully multi - task
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Pay Rate:

Minimum: 32.11

6 Months: 32.86

12 Months: 33.64
HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled
"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"