Industrial Mechanic

SUMMARY:

The Industrial Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems to support safe and reliable operations. This role focuses on hands-on equipment repair, preventative maintenance, and practical problem solving in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and comfortable diagnosing and repairing equipment issues in real time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment including steam systems, conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and drive systems.
• Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues during production and restore equipment to safe operation.
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs including stainless steel and aluminum.
• Fabricate brackets, guards, and other components needed to support equipment repairs or improvements.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Support installation, repair, and modification of equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Assist production teams in resolving equipment issues during active operations.
• Maintain maintenance tools, parts, and workspaces in an organized and safe condition.
• Participate in equipment improvement efforts that increase reliability and reduce downtime.
• Respond to urgent equipment or facility issues when necessary, including power outages or system failures that may occur outside normal business hours (including occasional evenings, weekends, or early mornings).
• Maintain safe work practices and follow company safety procedures.
• Perform other maintenance, repair, or facility-related duties as assigned to support operations

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Hands-on equipment repair experience.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Familiarity with pumps, conveyors, motors, chains, belts, and gear systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with production and facilities teams.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years hands-on mechanical maintenance or equipment repair experience in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical or similar environments.
• Experience working on production equipment or industrial machinery is strongly preferred.

MyForest Foods is an equal opportunity employer.

The pay range for this position is $30 - $42/hour.