MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Manufacturing & production Maintenance mechanic

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC.

fort pierce, florida Posted 10 days ago Closes 7/31/2026 Job details Summary Spherion $30.00

• $35.00 per hour Permanent 8:00 AM
• 5:00 PM Industry manufacturing & production (Production Occupations) Reference number S_175760 The Maintenance Mechanic performs skilled mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment, utility systems, and facility assets at the orange juice aseptic manufacturing facility.

This is a senior-level mechanical role requiring a high degree of independent problem-solving and the ability to work on complex aseptic processing and packaging equipment with minimal supervision. The Maintenance Mechanic is critical to ensuring maximum equipment uptime and product integrity in a high-care food environment. ...

Responsibilities:

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective mechanical maintenance on aseptic filling lines, UHT processors, CIP/SIP systems, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, conveyors, and packaging equipment. Independently diagnose and resolve complex mechanical failures to minimize production downtime. Execute mechanical repairs including precision alignment, bearing replacement, gearbox maintenance, mechanical seals, belt/chain drives, couplings, and hydraulic components. Perform equipment changeovers, sanitation-related disassembly/reassembly, and post-maintenance testing to verify full operational readiness. Follow all LOTO, confined space, and safety protocols before initiating any maintenance work. Accurately document completed work orders in the CMMS including labor time, parts used, and equipment findings. Proactively identify deteriorating equipment conditions and communicate findings to the Maintenance Supervisor before failures occur. Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and capital project work. Participate in root cause analysis for mechanical failures; contribute to development of improved maintenance procedures. Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced maintenance personnel. Perform basic fabrication, welding, or rigging tasks as required. Maintain all maintenance activities in full compliance with GMP, food safety, and plant safety standards.

Working hours:

8:00 AM

• 5:00 PM Skills and Competencies
• -Advanced mechanical aptitude with a systematic and logical approach to troubleshooting complex equipment failures.
• -Strong self-direction and the ability to manage assigned work orders independently without close supervision.
• -Effective communication skills to clearly relay equipment conditions, maintenance findings, and recommendations to supervisors and production staff.
• -Ability to mentor and share knowledge with less experienced team members.
• -Thorough knowledge of safety practices including LOTO, confined space, machine guarding, and PPE requirements.
• -Proficiency with a full range of hand tools, power tools, and specialty maintenance equipment.
• -Strong commitment to food safety, GMP compliance, and maintaining product integrity during all maintenance activities.

Education:

High School Experience:

4-7 years Qualifications & Experience

• -High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited trade program, vocational training, or apprenticeship in industrial maintenance, millwright, or mechanical technology strongly preferred.
• -Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial mechanical maintenance experience in a food, beverage, or manufacturing environment.
• -Demonstrated proficiency in pump maintenance, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical power transmission systems.
• -Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, P&IDs, and OEM equipment manuals.
• -Experience using precision measurement and alignment tools including calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and laser alignment equipment.
• -Prior experience working in a GMP, HACCP, or food safety regulated manufacturing environment.
• -Ability to work independently with a high level of technical judgment on complex mechanical problems.

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Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show more key responsibilities ???Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective mechanical maintenance on aseptic filling lines, UHT processors, CIP/SIP systems, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, conveyors, and packaging equipment.???Independently diagnose and resolve complex mechanical failures to minimize production downtime.???Execute mechanical repairs including precision alignment, bearing replacement, gearbox maintenance, mechanical seals, belt/chain drives, couplings, and hydraulic components.???Perform equipment changeovers, sanitation-related disassembly/reassembly, and post-maintenance testing to verify full operational readiness.???Follow all LOTO, confined space, and safety protocols before initiating any maintenance work.???Accurately document completed work orders in the CMMS including labor time, parts used, and equipment findings.???Proactively identify deteriorating equipment conditions and communicate findings to the Maintenance Supervisor before failures occur.???Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and capital project work.???Participate in root cause analysis for mechanical failures; contribute to development of improved maintenance procedures.???Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced maintenance personnel.???Perform basic fabrication, welding, or rigging tasks as required.???Maintain all maintenance activities in full compliance with GMP, food safety, and plant safety standards. experience 4-7 years skills Skills and Competencies

• Advanced mechanical aptitude with a systematic and logical approach to troubleshooting complex equipment failures
• -Strong self-direction and the ability to manage assigned work orders independently without close supervision
• -Effective communication skills to clearly relay equipment conditions, maintenance findings, and recommendations to supervisors and production staff
• -Ability to mentor and share knowledge with less experienced team members
• -Thorough knowledge of safety practices including LOTO, confined space, machine guarding, and PPE requirements
• -Proficiency with a full range of hand tools, power tools, and specialty maintenance equipment
• -Strong commitment to food safety, GMP compliance, and maintaining product integrity during all maintenance activities. qualifications Qualifications & Experience
• High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited trade program, vocational training, or apprenticeship in industrial maintenance, millwright, or mechanical technology strongly preferred
• -Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial mechanical maintenance experience in a food, beverage, or manufacturing environment
• -Demonstrated proficiency in pump maintenance, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical power transmission systems
• -Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, P&IDs, and OEM equipment manuals
• -Experience using precision measurement and alignment tools including calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and laser alignment equipment
• -Prior experience working in a GMP, HACCP, or food safety regulated manufacturing environment
• -Ability to work independently with a high level of technical judgment on complex mechanical problems.

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