Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team, One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey's Milk & Milkshakes and more.

For candidates based in Connecticut, this position starts at $26.10, up to $28.42 per hour.

Job Responsibilities:

• Properly troubleshoot and repair all equipment associated in the production, freezing, packaging, and hardening process, including, but not limited to pumps/motors, freezers, fillers, injectors, conveyors, banders, bundlers, hardening systems, palletizing systems, etc. in a timely manner with minimal supervision;

• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment;
• Perform general maintenance duties as it relates to plant equipment and building;
• Properly perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and plumbing duties as required;
• Rebuild/replace equipment as needed, including but not limited to pumps, gear boxes, bearings, bushings, chains, bundler headers, conveyors, etc.
• Possess comprehension of all ice cream processing, freezing, packaging, refrigeration, and hardening equipment;
• Complete assigned work orders by their required due dates;
• Complete assigned housekeeping duties as required;
• Communicate to Maintenance Manager or Plant Manager of any condition that prevents the manufacture of product to established standards;
• Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP's, SOP's and company Policy and Procedures;
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed;
• Possess own tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position;
• Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude;
• Obtain Hazmat Technician certification and work as a member of the local Hazmat Team;
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities:

• Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
• Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager;
• Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager;
• Meet all company requirements for training, including Log Out/Tag Out, confined space, electrical safety, Hazmat Technician, hot work, ladder, fall protection, fire safety, etc.

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures;
• Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager;
• Maintain the preventative maintenance program.

Education and Experience:

• Trade School Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability in industrial maintenance activities such as hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and general manufacturing maintenance;
• Basic math and reading skills;
• Ability to work independently or in a group/team atmosphere;
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Communication:
• Required to talk and hear
• Visual: Ability to read small print (manuals)
• Dexterity:
• Ability to use hand and fingers to perform tasks
• Ability to perform tasks while lying on back / side
• Ability to perform tasks on knees and in awkward positions
• Ability to perform tasks in limited access areas as well as cramped, awkward and confined spaces.
• Standing: Long periods of time. (4 - 6 hours)
• Sitting: Infrequently.
• Walking: Occasionally for short periods.
• Climbing: Frequently - work must be performed while standing on ladders
• Portable Step Ladders 1' - 12'
• Fixed Vertical Ladders 6' - 20'
• Portable Extension Ladders 20' - 30'
• Ascend and descend stairs
• Squatting / Crouching: Frequently
• Use of Hands / Wrists / Arms: Frequently.
• Twisting of wrists: Frequently.
• Lifting: Light (< 30 lbs frequently, > 30 lbs occasionally).
• Carrying: Light (30-50 lbs) frequently, distance 30 yards.
• Pushing/Pulling: Under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.
• Pushing/Pulling: Over 75 lbs with assistance occasionally.
• Ability to withstand varying temperatures ranging anywhere from 100F to -40F for varied periods of time.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing environment with moving parts;
• High noise levels;
• Outdoor temperature ranges from 95 and higher to -5 and lower;
• Indoor temperature ranges from 80 and higher to -30 and lower;
• Wet, damp and icy conditions;
• Chemical hazards including cleaning and refrigeration chemicals.