Process Mechanic at McKee Foods, Gentry, AR
Process Mechanic at McKee Foods in Gentry, AR. Full-time. $26.55 to $32.44 an hour. Apply with swipeandhired.
Join America’s favorite family bakery since 1934—home of Little Debbie®, Drake’s® Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery® Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You’ll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you’ll discover a better way to live and work.
Pay
$26.55 - $32.44 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Plus $1.00 / hour shift premium for 2nd shift hours
Schedule
2nd shift, (Sunday-Thursday 2:00pm-10:30pm)
Clock out for lunch & other days and hours as needed
On-Site
Location
Plant 3
555 McKee Drive, Gentry AR 72734
Job Summary
McKee Foods is seeking a Process Mechanic to join our Maintenance Department team. This role demands a mix of mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills, along with a focus on teamwork, safety, and effective communication. Below is a breakdown of the responsibilities, qualifications, and preferences for the position:
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive maintenance and general repairs on all process and related equipment
- Set up and carry out changeovers for process machinery
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair machinery failures
- Provide technical assistance to production teams
- Rebuild equipment and components regularly
- Modify equipment as needed to improve its performance and reliability
- Engage in training programs to improve personal technical skills
- Operate machinery, tools, vehicles, and computers for troubleshooting and repairs
- Maintain detailed maintenance records
- Communicate effectively with team members to repair and maintain equipment efficiently
- Purchase and maintain tools required for the job
- Ensure the workspace, shop, and toolbox are clean and sanitary
- Perform additional tasks as required by supervisors
Required Qualifications:
- Two years of experience maintaining automated industrial equipment or equivalent technical training
- Understanding of electrical and electronics controls
- Commitment to personal safety and the safety of others
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and electronic aptitude
- Ability to work self-directed and in a team environment
- Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of PCs and basic software
- Safety shoes required on the first day
- Good hygiene and a clean workspace
- Strong work and safety record
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Profit-sharing cash bonus program
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
- Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
- Supplemental plans, including life insurance
- Fully paid parental leave
- Health Center and Pharmacy
- Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Credit Union
- Exercise and recreation facility
- Wellness programs with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer