Who we are

Skjodt-Barrett is a world-class manufacturer of food solutions and custom ingredients for North America's most beloved and trusted brands. We take pride in working closely with our customers to understand their unique needs and create innovative, individualized solutions that deliver joy to their customers.

A family-founded company started over 35 years ago, we are backed by the investment company Axel Johnson Inc (AJI). With their investment and support, we are well-positioned to foster growth and explore new opportunities.

Our customers, blue-chip international brands and mid-sized producers alike, are why we exist. Our teams of innovators, communicators, and managers are the people who meet their needs, build trust, and exceed their expectations.

Who we need

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, we are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic. You will be responsible for ensuring that plant production equipment is well-maintained and in good operational condition, so that we can meet or exceed our planned quality and production requirements.

This is an afternoon shift, Monday through Friday, 3 PM - 11 PM, with some overtime on Saturdays.

What's in it for you

Make an impact from day one. Your role ensures the safety and efficiency of the individuals operating the equipment and the quality of the food products they are manufacturing.

Career development. At Skjodt-Barrett, we value the drive to bring ideas to life and the resilience to be accountable for your actions. We have a proven track record of supporting the professional development and career growth of our employees.

How you will make an impact:

• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment. You will ensure that automated food production equipment is ready for operation at the start of each shift. You will install, maintain, rebuild, troubleshoot, and repair machines such as blenders, fillers, form-fill-seal machines, carton formers and closers, inkjet printers, robotics, and other packaging and processing systems.
• Stay on schedule. You will complete preventive maintenance tasks, including regular inspections of all electrical, mechanical, and production equipment in your area of responsibility.
• Collaborate. You will coordinate with the Maintenance Coordinator to order spare and replacement parts and liaise with outside contractors as needed. You will also work closely with production and quality teams to assess machinery performance and support continuous improvement.
• Keep records. You will document all maintenance and repair work and report equipment defects or damages to the Maintenance Supervisor or Team Lead, escalating as appropriate.
• Take ownership. You will manage your time effectively, maintain accountability for personal tools, and uphold safety, quality, and industry standards in a food manufacturing environment.

What you bring:

• The experience. You have a high school diploma or equivalent. You have experience as a maintenance worker, preferably in food manufacturing or flexible packaging with plastics.
• The technical skills. You possess the mechanical knowledge and skills to set up and maintain equipment in a manufacturing and packaging facility, including packaging equipment such as carton box formers, box sealers, case packagers, case coders, labellers, and ideally form-fill-seal or flexible packaging machines. You can use a computer and a handheld device. You can easily come up to speed on how to safely start, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment. You are proficient in addition, subtraction and fractions. Understands temperature and weight measures.
• The interpersonal skills. You possess strong communication skills, enabling you to clearly explain complex mechanical concepts to others, document issues effectively, and generate accurate reports. You can work independently, hold yourself accountable for adhering to a schedule and meeting deadlines, and collaborate within and across teams. You value diverse perspectives and enjoy being part of a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Why join?

We've got great taste. We care deeply about fostering a culture of transparency, responsibility, and integrity. It's what drives us to make great-tasting, convenient, and healthy ingredients and finished products that our customers depend on. With a focus on nurturing and growing our employees' careers and professional satisfaction, we believe in open communication, idea sharing, and knowledge building. Skjodt-Barrett is committed to building an inclusive culture that helps to create longevity, growth, and innovation in the food industry.

We are working towards a sustainable future. We believe that what's good for people and the planet is good for profit. It is everyone's responsibility to do their part. We recognize the growing need to prioritize sustainability in manufacturing, and we continue to take steps to evolve. We strive to accelerate the adoption of sustainable packaging and food products to be a responsible partner for our customers and for the greater good. We take our role as a supply chain partner to heart and adhere to a strict Supplier Code of Conduct to ensure that our vendors uphold the integrity and values we live by.

We believe actions speak louder than words. Every day, we come together to exceed the expectations of our customers, each other and ourselves, inspired by our values:

• We care. About family, honesty, and respect.
• We communicate. Across every level, often, effectively, and clearly.
• We Empower. With trust, integrity, and accountability.
• We Deliver. Every time, through teamwork, innovation, and results.

Apply now.

At Skjodt-Barrett, we aim for diversity, equality, accessibility and inclusion in all of our operations and interactions. We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for and want to play an integral role in delivering innovative food product solutions, apply to express your interest.

What you can expect from our interview process:

1. A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role and your experience.
2. An on-site interview with the Hiring Manager and HR Business Partner and a plant tour. This will be a chance to see the plant setup firsthand and ask any additional questions you may have.

Skjodt-Barrett welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please let us know what accommodations you require across the selection process.

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