J&J Snack Foods

Utility Maintenance

J&J Snack Foods · KY - Paducah
KY - Paducah was $39K–$43K Closed
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Salary
$39K–$43K
Type
Full-time
Experience
2+ yr

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

POSITION SUMMARY :

Utility Maintenance is responsible for maintenance and operation of all plant equipment, systems, buildings ,and utilities .

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Install, test, adjust, maint ain , repair, and troubleshoot operation systems and components.
  • Active with UPKEEP ( Preventive Maintenance Program and Maintenance Work Orders) and perform properly.
  • Work with the Maintenance Supervisor on all projects to insure they are completed properly and safely.
  • Utilize a utomat ion systems ( HMI screen troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives )
  • Operation of Maintenance equipment (e.g., tools, testing equipment, and meters . )
  • Perform in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose production equipment malfunction (e.g., motors 3 phase and single phase, motor controllers, Variable Frequency Drives, pressure sensors, level sensors, temperature sensors, electric solenoids, AC and DC control circuits, 4-20ma and 0-10V control signals.)
  • Perform service calls on production equipment (All equipment needed to run Pre-Pack, Bulk, Cups, Sanitation, and Batching)
  • Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and electrical drawings .
  • Required to be available for an on-call schedule to include days, nights, and weekends on a rotational basis with other team members if needed.

COMPETENCIES :

To perform this job successfully, the Utility Maintenance Tech must be self-motivated, and be a driven leader. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

  • Electrical, General Maintenance, Plumbing, and Fabrication
  • Mechanical aptitude, electrical troubleshooting, and current service skills.
  • Customer relations, interpersonal relationships, team relations and service.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Computer Skills: Excel, Word
  • Great oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

  • Minimum of (2) years working as a maintenance or service technician.
  • Strong demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to lift 55 lbs or more on a regular basis. Occasional lifting in excess of 70 lbs.
  • Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
  • Ability to pass a Background Check.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Intermittent travel will be required to perform the role. The amount of travel will depend on the opportunities that are being worked at any particular time. Incumbent should expect to have a travel requirement average of 10%.

US Hourly Pay Range
$19 — $21 USD

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.

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