About LiDestri Food and DrinkLiDestri Food and Drink has grown from our roots as a pasta sauce and salsa manufacturer to become an R&D engine, formulating and producing innovative food and beverage products for our national and retailer brand partners. A family-run company based in Rochester, NY, LiDestri employs over 1,200 people across five U.S. locations. We have decades-long partnerships with some of the most respected consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies and the most highly inventive retailer brands.

　　Excellent Pay and Benefits:

　　Great career-pathing

　　Health insurance with premium contributions

　　Dental, vision, FSA, HSA

　　100% company paid life insurance and long-term disability

　　401k – with employer match

　　Paid time off to include- vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays

　　Company bonuses

　　And many more….

　　POSITION SUMMARY:

　　The primary role of the Mechanic/Electrician III is to work as a leader on the maintenance team to support company objectives with respect to maintaining and enhancing equipment to support production requirements.

　　DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Responsibilities include setup, repair, install, maintain machinery equipment including; mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, special projects, measuring and calibrating equipment, performing preventative maintenance duties;

　　The role requires a person with leadership abilities and strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, which can work with internal and external customers, and can work as part of the maintenance team and has demonstrated the ability to work independently;

　　Performs all production equipment setups as required to meet operational needs;

　　Supports and completes Preventive and Planned maintenance of mechanical, electrical and utilities equipment including but not limited to; cleaning, inspecting, setup, diagnosing, replacement, testing and continuous improvements;

　　Leads the efforts associated with building new and enhance equipment through continuous improvements upgrades;

　　Inspect visually and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunction;

　　Identifies and reports the need for repairs to Maintenance Management;

　　Crosses over with previous shifts’ maintenance and production employees to review the schedule and current runs, identifying repair needs and plan product changeovers;

　　Effectively communicates with other departments in a professional manner at all times on equipment repair status;

　　Works within the maintenance team to accurately communicate and document events so that others have the most effective information to solve problems;

　　Leads in the diagnoses of mechanical and electrical malfunctions in machinery and equipment. Leads assembly and rebuilding efforts of high valued equipment;

　　Leads efforts associated with plant shut-down maintenance work. Knowledge of fabricating, assembling and installing mechanical/electrical systems using tools associated with the task;

　　Able to teach others the ability to either use shop equipment or programs needed to perform daily functions;

　　Enhances the knowledge and skills of others in mechanical and electrical systems with mentoring and training techniques for team members;

　　Leads efforts associated with Engineering and Maintenance Managers on projects and continuous improvement as needed;

　　Completes all tasks while strictly adhering to all required industry guidelines to include and not limit to; Plant Safety, Food Safety, SQF and all internal/external audits;

　　Report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

　　REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

　　High School Diploma or GED required;

　　Basic computer literacy as evidenced by the ability to go online and conduct basic searches on the Internet, check email, create and send with attachments and use basic email features;

　　Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, procedure manuals, operating and maintenance instructions;

　　Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;

　　Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists;

　　Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form;

　　Experience working with manufacturing equipment including 3 phase motors, control wiring, 24VDC, 120VAC, 208/220VAC, 480VAC;

　　Experience with Controls for Conveyor Systems, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Pumps and Valves;

　　Knowledge of and ability to comprehend and troubleshoot production machinery (i.e. Fillers, Rinsers, Cappers, Case Packers, Case Formers, Coolers and Pasteurizers);

　　Familiarity with Lock-Out Tag-Out Authorized, Hot Work, Confined Space and HECP Training preferred;

　　Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics;

　　Ability to use a variety of measuring tools and test equipment;

　　Ability to work independently, with limited supervision;

　　Requires mechanical aptitude;

　　Knowledge of Drill Press, Chop Saw, Port-a-Band, Sawzall and other maintenance tools preferred;

　　Knowledge or experience with Multi-Meters, Amp Probes, Meger Ohm Meter, Panelview;

　　LiDestri experience 5+ years and familiarly with 100% of plant machinery.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　The temperature in work areas varies;

　　Constant exposure to extreme loud noise;

　　Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch, climb stairs and ladders;

　　Occasionally lifting and carrying items <50lbs and carrying objects <10lbs;

　　Pushing and pulling objects <30lbs;

　　Use of finger dexterity to handle or feel objects and tools, reaching and grasping;

　　Regularly works with moving parts, vibration and electrical current.

　　Our Employee Value Proposition “Our purpose and our promise, nourish at every touch point, starts with our employees. We are committed to providing a safe and respectful work environment, meaningful careers, awesome benefits, a world class wellness program, and leadership coaching – all which inspire our LiDestri “family”, a 1,400+ dedicated workforce, to show up and work collaboratively every day. Nourish doesn’t end with our employees. LiDestri’s value-driven culture unites us all to strengthen and grow the business so together we can nourish the communities in which we live.”

　　We are a company whose nourishing culture sets us apart. Our purpose stems from nourishing first and foremost every employee, rippling to our business and making its way to our communities. We show up and work collaboratively every day. As mission statements go, we keep it simple- we nourish at every touch point.

　　DISCLAIMER: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.