The Maintenance Mechanic – Packaging is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing packaging and processing equipment to support safe and efficient production operations. This role performs advanced mechanical and electrical work, including preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, and fabrication, while minimizing downtime and ensuring operational reliability.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
• Perform preventive maintenance on packaging, screening, and grinding equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain conveyors, motors, belts, chains, bearings, and production machinery.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete timely repairs to minimize downtime. Preventive Maintenance
• Execute lubrication schedules for all moving equipment components.
• Perform routine servicing, including inspection of spray systems and equipment components.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance on motors and facility equipment.
• Maintain and replace consumable parts as needed.
Technical Expertise
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including AC motors and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Adjust, remove, and install conveyor systems and related components.
• Perform welding and fabrication using MIG and arc welding equipment.
• Operate cutting tools, including oxy-acetylene and plasma equipment.
• Assist with equipment modifications, rebuilds, and installations.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with packaging or industrial processing equipment preferred.
Technical Skills
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with:
o Motors, conveyors, and automated equipment
o Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
o Welding and fabrication
o Preventive maintenance programs
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs with or without assistance.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and working around machinery.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
Sparrow Company, LLC is a bi-national Executive Search & Staffing Firm offering retained and contingency based services to our clients. We specialize in placing the right people in the right positions while assisting organizations in streamlining the recruitment process in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Sparrow Company’s recruiters offer over 40 years of combined experience in finding the right people for both your positions and your organization. We know that a candidate must have the skills and experience to fulfill job requirements and be a good fit for your organization’s culture.
Focused on developing long-term relationships with our clients, it is our priority to not only meet but to exceed your expectations time and time again. Many of our clients have worked with us for years to fill multiple placements.
