3rd Shift MFG MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Kroger Family of Companies

Kenosha, WIJobSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation

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Location

Kenosha, WI

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Job overview

Kroger Family of Companies is hiring a 3rd Shift MFG MAINTENANCE MECHANIC. The role involves performing preventative maintenance, mechanical repairs, inspections, and equipment testing while ensuring safety, quality, and reliability in a fast‑paced food manufacturing plant. The mechanic will lead projects, support predictive maintenance, and uphold Kroger’s core values and high‑performance work system principles.

Key focus areas include Install, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment, Set up and use machine tools to fabricate parts, and Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment failures.

Important skills include Attention To Detail, Accuracy And Precision, Mechanical Knowledge, Mechanical Skills, Electrical, and Welding And Fabrication. Preferred (not required): Preventative Maintenance, Mechanical Machine Repairs, Inspection And Testing Of Equipment, and Building Maintenance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Attention to DetailAccuracy and PrecisionMechanical KnowledgeMechanical SkillsElectricalWelding and FabricationUtilitiesBasic PLCSSense of UrgencyTeam PlayerPositive AttitudeReliable and DependableSelf-MotivatedSelf-DirectedOrganize TasksDefine TasksBasic Computer UseBasic Computer KnowledgeBasic Computer SkillsMeet DeadlinesPlanningTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsEffective Oral CommunicationEffective Written CommunicationPreventative MaintenanceMechanical Machine RepairsInspection and Testing of EquipmentBuilding MaintenanceInstall MachineryMaintain MachineryRepair MachineryInstall EquipmentMaintain EquipmentRepair EquipmentInstall Physical StructuresMaintain Physical StructuresRepair Physical StructuresInstall Pipe SystemsMaintain Pipe SystemsRepair Pipe SystemsLatheGrinderDrill PressMilling MachineTroubleshoot IssuesOperate Material Handling EquipmentPredictive MaintenanceFood ManufacturingGood Manufacturing Processes (GMP)

Qualifications

Must Be 18+High School Diploma or GED2+ Years Maintenance Mechanic Technician ExperienceRelevant Technical Training/Certification

Full job description

Perform tasks related to preventative maintenance, mechanical machine repairs, inspection and testing of equipment, building maintenance and specific projects. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in the facility

Set up and use machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill press and milling machine to repair or fabricate parts
Troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facility equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness
Complete assigned work orders and unplanned/emergency tasks as required
Maintain maintenance area in a clean and orderly fashion
Utilize maintenance systems as necessary to complete daily, weekly, monthly duties
Operate material handling equipment safely
Document work order information/completion
Provide support to team in the predictive and preventative maintenance program
Participate and actively support all plant initiatives such as minimizing or eliminating downtime and ensuring plant optimization
Perform duties accurately and safety in a fast-paced environment
Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum

Strong attention to detail with high degree of accuracy and precision

Proficient mechanical knowledge and skills one or more of the following maintenance classification: electrical, welding and fabrication, utilities, and basic PLCS

Must be at least 18 years of age

Strong sense of urgency during periods of downtime

Team player with positive attitude

Reliable and dependable

Selfmotivated and selfdirected; ability to organize and define tasks with minimal supervision

Basic computer use, knowledge and skills

Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision

Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Desired

High School Diploma or GED

Any experience in food manufacturing and knowledgeable in Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP)