Maintenance at Rudolph Foods Co Inc

Beaumont, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

27 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, Pneumatic Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Preventative Maintenance, PLC Troubleshooting, Equipment Fabrication, Lock Out Tag Out, OSHA Compliance, Food Safety Programs, Technical Documentation, Machine Setup

Industry

Food Production

Description

Rudolph Foods Company, Inc. We are currently seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician Rudolph Foods Company is a leading manufacturer specializing in pork rind production and a variety of other snack foods. With over sixty years of experience, we continue to use the original, proprietary recipe created by Mary Rudolph in her family kitchen. Our exclusive two-step process transitions pork rind pellets to ready-to-bag pork rinds in just four minutes, ensuring optimal freshness. Our commitment to rigorous quality standards has established us as the world’s largest pork rind producer. We are currently seeking skilled industrial/manufacturing mechanics to join the Rudolph Family. Why Join Rudolph Foods Company, Inc.? At Rudolph Foods, we value every employee and recognize the contributions they make to our ongoing growth and innovation. We are committed to excellence, guided by our core values: humility, caring, integrity, transparency, personal accountability, and mutual respect. Our workplace culture fosters honesty, trust, empowerment, and innovation. We are dedicated to providing exceptional products and services to our customers while positively impacting our communities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: a wellness program, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays and vacation, bereavement leave, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, fitness membership subsidy, and more. Position Overview: Industrial Manufacturing Maintenance Technician The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of equipment within the facility by providing both emergency and scheduled maintenance and repairs. They utilize their technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly. Additionally, they perform preventative maintenance tasks and maintain accurate documentation to minimize downtime and support production goals. Maintain necessary documentation files to satisfy customer or regulatory audits.They support the operations team by performing maintenance and repairs on facility and manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. All activities must uphold Rudolph Foods’ Mission, Vision, Core Values, and maintain high standards for quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical systems, eagerness to develop new skills, adaptability, and strong communication abilities. This position requires the flexibility to work daily, and weekend overtime as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Providing emergency and unscheduled repairs to various equipment to minimize production disruptions and maintain operational efficiency. * Performing scheduled repairs and preventative maintenance (PMs) on equipment according to established protocols to ensure reliability and longevity. * Assisting operations with machine setup as needed, collaborating to optimize equipment performance and production processes. * Utilizing technical skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to troubleshoot and repair equipment issues effectively. * Reading and interpreting equipment manuals and work orders to execute required maintenance tasks accurately. * Maintaining all processing and related equipment, including fabrication of parts if necessary, to support uninterrupted production. * Completing repairs in a timely manner and accurately documenting completed work orders for tracking and reporting purposes. * Performing preventative maintenance tasks according to schedule and maintaining documentation logs to track maintenance activities. * Ensuring a sufficient inventory of parts is maintained to minimize production downtime and facilitate prompt repairs. * Performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor to support the overall maintenance needs of the facility. Safety Responsibilities INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:: * Full understanding of electrical Lock Out Tag Out and Hot Worksprograms * Full understanding of all food safety programs * Wear hearing protection and other PPE asrequired * Understand MSDS sheets andsafe use ofchemicals * Follow all common employee safetypractices * Comply withOSHA Safety and Healthrules * Report any unsafe conditionsand makecorrections * No blocking of emergency exists, fire doors, or eye washstations * Obtain hot work permits for welding, cutting, grinding, or any activity requiring such authorization. Education and Experience Requirements: * Two-year certificate from a college or technical school, or at least two years of documented industrial maintenance experience. * Previous experience in food manufacturing, particularly with packaging equipment, is preferred. * High school diploma or GED is required. * Education or training in electrical safety and PLC troubleshooting is essential. * Basic computer skills are necessary. * Commitment to comply with OSHA safety standards and safe work practices as relevant to maintenance personnel.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician ensures efficient facility operation by performing emergency and scheduled repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. They are responsible for preventative maintenance and maintaining documentation to minimize production downtime.