Utility Mechanic I, 3Rd Shift

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Utility Mechanic I. This new hire will work at the Flavor Manufacturing Center in Hunt Valley, MD, and will report to a Maintenance Team Manager.

What We Bring to The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.), we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and has multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)

• Wellbeing programs, including Physical, Mental, and Financial Wellness

• Tuition assistance

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include but are not limited to tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

POSITION OVERVIEW

To support the maintenance needs, both mechanical and electrical, of Operations and Production in standard conditions, including troubleshooting and repair, preventative and predictive maintenance. Responsible for maintaining and repairing production/ processing equipment to reduce machine-related downtime, eliminate losses, and improve machine reliability. To coach Production Technicians and junior Maintenance Technicians in developing skills and resolving maintenance issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform complex mechanical and electrical duties, including breakdown analysis, basic and major equipment rebuilds, advanced mechanical and intermediate electrical troubleshooting, advanced equipment adjustments, mechanical and electrical maintenance (both planned and unplanned) for production equipment and facilities, basic PLC/ Ladder Logic/ HMI, and fabrication.

• Participates in cross-functional improvement teams and problem-solving activities

• Serve as a Trainer and Mentor to Maintenance Technicians and Production Technicians

• Investigate and communicate root cause failure analysis, including recommending and implementing resolutions.

• Read and interpret blueprints and manuals

• Adheres to safety/ GMP standards, ensuring a safe work environment and reporting food safety issues to the site leadership

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, GED, or high school equivalent

• 3-5 years of experience in an Industrial Mechanic or Electrician role, preferably in the food industry

• Communicates effectively, orally/written, up, down, and across. Facilitates and promotes teamwork & team discussions. Interactions:

• Technical/Functional: Basic Mechanic Skills, Basic Electrical Skills, performing breakdown analyses, basic and major equipment rebuilds, basic troubleshooting, advanced equipment adjustments, mechanical and electrical maintenance (both planned and unplanned) for production equipment and facilities, basic PLC/ Ladder Logic/ HMI, and fabrication.

• Sense of Responsibility, Teamwork, Accountability, Adaptability

• Demonstrated ability to methodically analyze and correct problems of varied nature on a wide range of equipment and support systems required.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Must be able to become a certified forklift operator required.

• Must be agile enough to maneuver around equipment, climb stairs, and go up and down ladders to reach various equipment required

• Ability to work overtime daily and weekends, sometimes with minimal notice.  Flexibility with shift hours is required

• Ability to work up to heights of 45 ft. on material handling equipment required

• Demonstrated knowledge of CMMS and Microsoft Office

• Candidate must know Planned Maintenance practices

• Demonstrated process improvement ability and leadership

• Must be able to successfully work individually and as part of a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate of Arts or Science

• Vocational education or Technical Degree/Certification as an Industrial Maintenance Technician would enhance the performance of the job. Actions and work performance impact the bottom line at the unit level due to the opportunity to cause downtime on production lines.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

United by flavor. Driven by results.

As a McCormick employee you'll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself-to have a say in where the company is going and how it's growing.

Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore