Maintenance Mechanic

As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain.As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses.

Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities. Relocation support may be available for out-of-town candidates. 

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for aMaintenance Mechanic at our Carrington, NDdurum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with preventative and predictive maintenance on process systems including mill, production, packaging, utility, and other facility equipment

• Partner with operations to troubleshoot issues on process systems, utilizing machine manuals and schematics

• Assist with maintaining utility operations including boilers, compressors, vacuum pumps, water supply and HVAC systems

• Document work(PM checklists, work orders, permits, etc.) and maintain GMPs, safety and food safety standards

• Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from and accredited institution and one of the following:

• Two-year associates degree or higher in technical field (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, etc.) or equivalent

• Military training and experience in a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a mechanic, maintenance, electrical, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, or related role

• Experience with basic carpentry, plumbing, welding, metal work, and fabrication

• Able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime

Preferred Qualifications:

• Maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility

• Experience reading blueprints and schematics

• Experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding

• Experience with power transmission components such as belt drives, chain drives, bearings, motors & gears

• Experience with drill presses, lathes, Bridgeport-type mills

• Experience with operation and maintenance of forklifts, scissor lifts, and articulated lifts 

Physical Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Crouch, stoop, kneel, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, operate foot pedals, lift/carry, sit, stand and walk for extended periods

• Work in dusty, high heat/humidity, and cold environments, and confined spaces 

• Wear a respirator as needed

• Make fine distinctions by sound

• Communicate verbally and in writing, and distinguish objects or equipment visually