Job Description
Job Title: Plant Mechanic, 2nd Class Location: WBC
Reports To: Facilities & Maintenance Manager FLSA: Non-exempt
Department: Manufacturing and Engineering Date: June 2020
Principle Duties:
- Ascertain that equipment is running efficiently and producing quality products and packages
- Repair and maintain any and all equipment and systems as required
- Perform preventative maintenance on plant & warehouse equipment, machinery, and systems as required
- Must cooperate with the equipment operators and other plant, warehouse, and maintenance employees
- Is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the equipment on which he works and the safety of those operating it
- Prioritize best food safety practices by following all processes and procedures and report any food safety issues to the supervisor or manager
- Comply with all Wawa GMPs, policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned by management
- Will be required to relieve as the manager deems necessary
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years maintenance experience in a high speed machinery environment (preferably dairy)
- Previously worked with the principals of mechanical (hydraulic and air) and electrical machines
- Knowledge in refrigeration machinery / equipment
- Prior experience of ammonia refrigeration a plus
- Knowledge of boiler operation and mechanics
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
- Perform the following physical behaviors repetitively throughout a shift: standing, walking, handling, reaching horizontally, reaching above the shoulder, reaching below waist, grasping firmly, pushing buttons, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, pulling and pushing
- Push/pull a manual pallet fork truck, up to 1000 ponds and/or ability to operate an electric fork truck
- Ability to work in cold and damp environments
- Climb ladders of varying heights and perform various functions while on the ladder
- Ability to withstand noisy environments
- Possess and maintain a valid drivers’ license
Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at [email protected] or 1-800-444-9292.
Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.
