Maintenance Specialist
Shift Time: 10:45 PM – 7:15 AM, Monday to Friday, with flexibility to accommodate schedule changes and occasional weekend work as required.
This position is for a current vacancy and has a compensation range of $50 - 55/hour.
What you are responsible for:
- Ensure proper operation of all plant equipment and systems
- Maintain the physical appearance and functionality of the facility
- Assist with or lead Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) projects as assigned
- Follow all Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to ensure consistent product quality and safety
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment by monitoring plant activities
- Complete projects with minimal guidance, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills
- Troubleshoot mechanical devices and disassemble/inspect to identify and repair issues
- Adjust, repair, or replace defective parts and control instruments
- Set up and operate shop machinery as needed
- Utilize hand tools and pneumatic tools to modify or repair components
- Install, repair, or modify hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Improve equipment reliability and plant uptime
- Operate forklifts and Sky Jacks safely and efficiently
- Support all food safety and quality programs, including BRC, HACCP, GMPs, and allergen control
- Research and source parts, supplies, and machinery required to complete maintenance tasks
- Help maintain an accurate inventory of parts and tools
- Perform and document work orders and preventive maintenance tasks using a CMMS system
What you need to bring to Embassy:
- Possession of a valid Mechanical Trade Certification, forklift/scissor lift license
- Mechanical Engineering diploma
- Demonstrated maintenance experience within a regulated food manufacturing environment
- Experience with managing teams across multiple shifts
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including gearboxes, motors, air compressors, pumps, HVAC, and AC/DC drive troubleshooting
- Familiarity with complex machine controls, instrumentation, welding/brazing, pneumatics, and carpentry
- Hands-on experience with mechanical equipment and electrical experience with motors, sensors, VFDs, and related equipment
- Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Able to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs)
- Able to stand for extended periods
- Comfortable working at heights (e.g., lift trucks, ladders)
- Intermediate PC and basic mathematical skills
- Good organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Able to rapidly assess situations, allocate resources, and lead timely execution
- Must be able to work all shifts: Days, Afternoon, Nights and Weekends as required
Your Strengths:
- High level of organizational skills, good written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Detail oriented and accurate performance of work.
- Enjoy working in a dynamic work environment with multiple demands.
- Highly organized/proven multi-tasker.
- Technically proficient (self manages).
- Mobilizer – can quickly assess a situation, required resources and drive execution.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Environmental conditions:
- Exposures encountered, such as hazardous materials, loud noise, or extreme heat/cold.
- Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, walking, standing, stooping, or typing.
- Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary - up to 10 pounds; light - up to 20.