What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Machinery Mechanic position at Southern Specialties?
Southern Specialties was founded in 1990, our mission, then, was to provide the finest restaurants and hotels in the nation with the best service and highest quality specialty produce.
Today, we are proud to continue that mission while including the leading retailers and club stores in North America. Our Southern Selects line of value-added specialty produce, and our extensive private label programs provide consumers with delicious, nutritious, safe, and convenient produce for the entire family.
The foundation of Southern Specialties resides in the quality of the people and businesses that make up our culture and enterprise.
We are always looking for great people like you. At Southern Specialties, your knowledge and experiences will contribute to the growth of a successful organization. We provide an exciting working environment and competitive compensation and benefit packages commensurate with your experience.
About the Role:
The Industrial Machinery Mechanic will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of machinery used in our operations. The Mechanic will optimize machinery performance and implement innovative solutions to enhance productivity. Performs advanced mechanical breakdown and preventive maintenance (PM) that includes inspection, repair, and revision of complex/sophisticated plant machinery/mechanisms and production equipment.
Enhances/improves machine utilization to ensure process repeatability, uptime and reduce change over and set-up times. Performs breakdown maintenance by troubleshooting, repairing and documenting. Partners with management, operations and vendors regarding new machinery/equipment selection, specifications, set-up and operator training.
Additionally, the role requires a commitment to safety and compliance with industry standards, ensuring that all machinery operates within regulatory guidelines. Ultimately, the Industrial Machinery Mechanic will contribute to the overall success by ensuring that our equipment is operating at peak performance.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical machinery or a related field.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems and engineering principles.
- Proficient with MS Office programs.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor and meet safety, productivity, and quality goals.
- Good attention to details and product quality.
- Able to follow directions verbally and by phone.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in making recommendations and decisions within scope of responsibility.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular maintenance and repairs on existing machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborate with management to identify machinery needs and provide technical support.
- Analyze machinery performance data to recommend improvements and upgrades.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in all engineering practices.
Skills:
The required skills for this position include a strong foundation in mechanical machinery engineering principles. Proficiency in problem-solving is essential, as the Industrial Machinery Mechanic will frequently troubleshoot equipment issues and implement effective solutions.