NO 2 Auto Machine Mechanic

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal.  ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize.  The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

The No. 2 Auto Machine Mechanic is responsible for assisting the #1 AMM with maintenance on high speed packaging equipment in an industrial food facility, which consist with routine maintenance, infield adjustments and complete breakdowns of equipment.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs, connects, maintains and repairs mechanical and closely allied equipment such as gears, levers and arms, cams, conveyor belts and other machine parts, using tools such as wrenches, hoists, grinding machine, drill motors, file, mechanical hand tools, etc.
• Perform minor repairs to all type of packaging equipment from instruction books, sketches and other specifications.  
• Perform all jobs in accordance with established safety practices and sanitation standards. 
• Adjust automatic packaging equipment such as bag tray, bag clamps, scales and palletizers
• Inspect package closures and makes necessary corrective adjustments as needed
• Operate high speed packing equipment.
• Proper performance of assigned duties, observance of safety standards, good housekeeping requirements for the proper care of tools, materials and equipment
• Perform duties in a workmanlike manner

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Must have at least two (2) or more years of maintenance/mechanical experience on packaging equipment OR two (2) or more years of related maintenance/mechanical experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Determines material & supplies needed
• Must be familiar with principles of mechanics, construction and functioning of automatic machinery in accordance with applicable code
• Must be able to use machine mechanic’s tools and shop equipment

 EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

•  High School Diploma or GED

 ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES

• Ability to recognize, adjust and replace components in mechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform repairs and tests on mechanical packaging equipment
• Ability to:
• Lift up to 50lbs
• Use hands and arms to reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and manipulate materials and tools
• Walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, and climb constantly throughout the shift
• Reach, bend, twist, rotate, push and pull frequently
• Work in confined spaces
• Work independently as well as a team player
• Climb up and down ladders
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Must be able to perform tasks wearing required PPE such as but not limited to protective footwear, clothing, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
• Must regard safety as a core value; Must be able to work safe and in a proficient manner

HOURLY RATE:

• Starting Rate: $27.60

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Chalmette, LA

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.