Overview
Maintenance Mechanic – Swing Shift Jobs in Portland, OR at Ajinomoto Foods
Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. We are dedicated to contributing to a healthier lifestyle through nutritious and balanced Umami foods. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all.
We are looking for a Swing Shift Maintenance Mechanic to join our Maintenance team in the Portland area at Ajinomoto Toyo Frozen Noodles. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing maintenance procedures on plant equipment. This individual will have good working knowledge of operation and maintenance of shop equipment and will apply mechanical ability in all aspects of job while performing daily routine activities.
- Pay is $29.00/hour. Schedule: Monday-Friday, sometimes Saturday 12:00pm – 8:30pm
- Location: Ajinomoto Toyo Frozen Noodle Facility – 6500 N Marine Dr Portland, OR 97203
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
- Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
- 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
- 401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
- Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
- Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform proper preventive maintenance using approved, safe techniques.
- Responsible for ensuring equipment is ready for production start-up.
- Responsible for repairs on worn out or damaged equipment.
- Perform needed equipment modification and fabrication.
- Assist production, sanitation, and other support groups when needed.
- Demonstrate good working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).
- Follow all safety rules and practices.
- Perform work techniques, speeds, and efficiencies at company standards.
- Works with and understands the MP2 system program.
- Develop and implement maintenance procedures for equipment.
- Develop and implement innovations to improve efficiency, safety, up-time and reduce maintenance costs.
- Will lubricate equipment with thorough understanding of requirements for a variety of devices and applications.
- Perform all other work as required.
Position Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- 6+ months of manufacturing maintenance experience required
- 1+ year of maintenance experience required
- Must be able to read and comprehends basic blue-prints and mechanical drawings
- Must be able to read and understands test meters
- Must possess basic understanding of maintenance and installation of facility plumbing system, boilers, air compressors and hydraulic system
- Basic knowledge of basic math skills is required
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
- Basic understanding of HACCP and food safety concepts
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Manufacturing maintenance: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, OR 97203 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Portland, OR 97203: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Maintenance Mechanic – Swing Shift
Company: Ajinomoto Foods
Location: Portland, OR
