Maintenance Mechanic
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical/Mechanical Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for performing electrical and mechanical maintenance within a dry rice packaging facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, hands-on troubleshooting experience, and effective communication skills.
This position reports directly to the Production Manager and is based in Cypress, CA.
What We Offer:
- Monday–Friday schedule
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Annual performance reviews
- Quarterly bonus opportunities
- Employee-sponsored benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and FSA) are available after 30 days
- Paid time off begins after 30 days
- Employee discount on company products
- Company-sponsored summer events and holiday celebrations
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, maintain, and repair packaging machinery such as automated case packers, conveyors, bagging machines, weighers, robotic palletizers, and sealing equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues to minimize downtime and ensure smooth production flow.
- Diagnose electrical problems using testing devices and repair techniques.
- Interpret electrical diagrams and blueprints to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Set up and change over packaging lines to accommodate different rice products, package sizes, or production orders.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (such as multi-meters) to perform maintenance and repairs.
- Participate in equipment installations and assist with training operators on new machinery
- Collaborate with plant engineers, operators, and quality teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
- Comply fully with plant safety policies, food safety standards (GMP), and environmental regulations always.
- Monitor production lines, observe machine operation, and report or correct any mechanical faults or safety concerns.
- Document maintenance activities accurately and update equipment logs and records as required