Gem State Staffing is accepting applications for an experience Maintenance Mechanic for a night shift, full-time position in Richfield. Complete all necessary maintenance and repairs on devices within the plant to lessen any disruptions in output levels. Start immediately!

Job Duties:

• Repair and maintain production equipment and facilities during assigned production shift in order to meet budget levels in quality and quantity
• Promote strong safety practices
• Maintain assigned paper work
• Complete assigned tasks and special projects
• Promotes and exhibits strong Food Safety and Quality practices
• Promotes and exhibits strong Sustainability practices
• Promotes and exhibits strong Housekeeping practices
• Must report Safety, Food Safety, and Quality, Sustainability and Housekeeping problems to direct supervisor immediately
• Actively participate in teams and on projects to improve the metrics for given area of responsibility
• Assist Autonomous Maintenance process in plant
• Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
• Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)

Qualifications:

• Skilled in mechanical repairs, sanitary welding, electrical/electronics, and plumbing as related to a manufacturing environment
• PLC experience desirable
• Ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action
• Self-motivated and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must furnish own hand tools
• Good decision making ability in pressure situations
• Ability to work assigned shift
• Must be a team player and adhere to all safety rules
• Knowledge of USDA, FDA, SQF and customer requirements for a food manufacturing plant
• Knowledge of Sustainability and EPA requirements for a manufacturing plant
• Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
• Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
• Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
• Ability to read and write instructions in English
• Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
• Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to stand on feet for 12 hours a day.
• Be able to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. frequently, unassisted.
• Adhere to company attendance standards.
• Comply with company safety policies and regulations
• Qualified applicant should have no felonies in the last 7 years.
• Available to work overtime, weekends, and potentially holidays as needed.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and physical fit test.
• Previous food processing/production or manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Shift: Day shift: 7am-7pm, Sunday- Tuesday & every other Wednesday

How to apply: Apply in-person with two forms of government-issued identification such as driver's license and SSC or U.S. passport or Permanent Resident card at our office – 628 Main Ave. North. in Twin Falls. Application hours are from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. If you are unable to apply within that time frame, please call our office at 208-735-5999; advance application appointments can be arranged. You may also being the application process online at https://gemstatestaffingjobs.com/apply/twin-falls-application/

*** Note: Online applicants will still need to visit the office to complete more paperwork. Applicants who do not follow up in-person will not be considered. ***