Machinist - 1st Shift

Job TitleStarting Pay: $35 - $38.50 per hour Shift: 1st Hours: 7 am - 3 pmWhat We Offer:Weekly Friday payEarn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each yearComprehensive Benefit Package, including: 3 Health Plans2 Dental Plans2 Vision PlansImmediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company MatchShort- & Long-Term Disability PlansNumerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving supportIf you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!What You Will Do:Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on conveyor systems and production machines; troubleshoot malfunctionsSetup and tear down equipment; performs major repairs, construction, fabrication, and installation of new plant equipmentLocate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instrumentsRemove defective parts by dismantling components using hoists and hand and power toolsPerforms minor to major maintenance repairs including lifting positioning and fastening objects using hand tools and power tools and welding on food equipment to food safe specificationsPerform advanced maintenance duties using hoists and hand and power tools such as reading mechanical schematics, cut & key a shaft, broach a sprocket, change gear head, weld stainless metal, use a metal sheer, use a metal bender, cut & crimp ends on hydraulic hose and cut & lace beltingHelp control downtime by informing production workers of routine maintenance techniques, monitoring complianceWork in a safe manner with a sense of urgency while maintaining a safe and orderly work areaParticipate in and successfully complete management-assigned training directed at increasing job-related trade skillsResponsible for the training of lower-level maintenance employees in keeping all equipment in good repair and regularly servicedPerforms fabrication of equipment used for processing and packaging such as fabricating guards, doors, and steps, using a lathe for shaft and sprocket creation, and fabricate air cylinder mounts, sensor mounts, and conveyorsThe use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required; including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber bootsWhat You Will Bring:High School Diploma or equivalent required, two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred and 5+ years of related experienceOperating knowledge of machine shop related equipment and CNC programming preferredTrade school education or vocational training preferredExperience in tool and die work requiredWelding experience requiredAdvanced mechanical knowledge, electrical and basic to advanced building skillsAbility to read and interpret safety documents, maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsExperience with high-speed manufacturing equipmentAbility to complete work orders and enter the required paperwork into a computerAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measureDemonstrated interpersonal skills to communicate in a professional manner with co-workers and supervisorsMust be able to lift up to ninety (90) lbs.CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email