Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift Food Manufacturing

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Location:
United States , Portland

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

27.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic/Technician to join our rapidly expanding Maintenance team in the Portland area. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing maintenance procedures on plant equipment. This individual will have good working knowledge of operation and maintenance of shop equipment and will apply mechanical ability in all aspects of job while performing daily routine activities. Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays; 4:00am - 12:30pm

Job Responsibility:

Perform proper preventive maintenance using approved, safe techniques
Responsible for ensuring equipment is ready for production start-up
Responsible for repairs on worn out or damaged equipment
Perform needed equipment modification and fabrication
Assist production, sanitation, and other support groups when needed
Demonstrate good working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP)
Follow all safety rules and practices
Perform work techniques, speeds, and efficiencies at company standards
Works with and understands the MP2 system program
Develop and implement maintenance procedures for equipment
Develop and implement innovations to improve efficiency, safety, up-time and reduce maintenance costs
Will lubricate equipment with thorough understanding of requirements for a variety of devices and applications
Perform all other work as required

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required
6+ months of manufacturing maintenance experience required
1+ year of maintenance experience required
Must be able to read and comprehends basic blue-prints and mechanical drawings
Must be able to read and understands test meters
Must possess basic understanding of maintenance and installation of facility plumbing system, boilers, air compressors and hydraulic system
Basic knowledge of basic math skills is required
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
Basic understanding of HACCP and food safety concepts

What we offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance on DAY ONE
Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance on DAY ONE
80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time per fiscal year
401(k) Retirement Savings plan that includes company’s matching contributions up to 4.5%
Wellness reimbursement towards gym membership and/or exercise equipment
Referral bonuses totaling $750 when an employee refers someone to work with our company
Quarterly sales of product to employees

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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