Maintenance Assembler Job at Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (Oakland)

Maintenance Assembler

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Location:
United States , Oakland

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

This position is responsible for maintaining plant’s food manufacturing equipment and facility utilities, troubleshooting faulty devices/systems as well as performing regularly scheduled maintenance on all processing and packaging equipment. The position requires proficiency and thorough understanding of various machine systems including but not limited to, mechanical systems, electrical and high voltage systems, PLC and controls systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, welding and fabrication of equipment in a food manufacturing plant.

Job Responsibility:

Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs various production equipment systems and devices and performs regular preventive maintenance as planned
Performs regular equipment checks and completes the required predictive checklists to identify early signs of potential equipment failures
Performs new installations and relocations of new/existing equipment, regular and emergency startups and shutdowns of equipment
Assist Team Leaders and line Operators in efficient line start up and equipment adjustments
Assist other maintenance department staff with technical troubleshooting
Keeps supervisor and/or manager up to date on all on-going work assignments
Performs high quality work that meets industry accepted maintenance practices
Continues to develop maintenance technical skills
Increases equipment specific knowledge for maintenance activities on factory equipment
Learns and demonstrates our AFNA One Team culture
Participates within our TPM (total performance management) journey through small group activities and continuous improvement methodology
Perform building and grounds maintenance and facility repairs as needed
Maintains a neat and clean work area
Adhere to all company policies and procedures
Work safely and promote a safe work environment
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

1-3 years of proven work experience on electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Functional knowledge of standard manufacturing practices including general safety, lock-out tag-out, forklift safety, ARC Flash and electrostatic discharge awareness
Electrical skills in troubleshooting and repairing 480/230 v 3ph.120 v and 24v systems with the ability to read and understand schematics, blue prints and PLC ladder logic
Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment
Must possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills
Must have working knowledge of testing equipment and devices including the use of Multi-meter, Thermal imaging camera, and basic hand and power tools
Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Basic computer skills is required (Microsoft windows, MS Office Suite and outlook email)

Nice to have:

Welding and fabrication experience
Foods manufacturing experience
Industrial ammonia refrigeration system knowledge and/or certification
Industrial boiler system knowledge and/or certification

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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