Job Description

Tasty Brands LLC is a well-established, fast growing national company with manufacturing plants (Tracco LLC and Total Packaging LLC) in Owensboro, Kentucky. We produce sandwiches and meals for our nation’s K12 students and other government programs with an additional focus on providing high volume items for selected Private Brand retail customers. We are committed to providing high quality products that are produced by associates who uphold the highest levels of food safety and best in class methods in the industry. We are expanding our product lines, customer base and manufacturing facilities. Our food business is recession proof! We have a geographic footprint that stretches from coast to coast and our supply chain is domestic.

With a focus on collaboration, best practices, and continuous improvement, we are looking for people who want to join us for a long career and be part of a great success story.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic/Technician is a full-time position that is responsible for various maintenance functions including overseeing preventative maintenance, trouble-shooting equipment issues, repair of equipment, and the occasional emergency fix that is needed. Each of these jobs are worked on with an eye towards maximizing plant efficiency.

Duties and responsibilities

• Machine maintenance, breaking down equipment when needed, helping to adjust and set up equipment for daily production.
• Overseeing preventative maintenance, which includes daily and weekly inspection of all machinery.
• Light plumbing, electrical, welding and carpentry when needed
• Work with the Maintenance Manager to recommend machine upgrades to boost efficiency
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Experience with food packaging machines is required. Examples: Multivac Tray Sealers, Multivac Thermoformers, Weber (high-speed) Slicers and other equipment
• Experience with process equipment such as Weber Slicers, Pick and Pack Automation is required
• Advanced mechanical and electrical skills
• Able to read engineering schematic such as electrical, mechanical, plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic
• Experienced in HVAC a plus
• Pneumatic Equipment
• Excellent communication skills.
• Work in a refrigerated environment

Schedule:

• Fixed daily hours Monday - Friday
• Occasional overtime/weekend work as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local laws.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills