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Promotion In Motion Mechanic- Forklift in Somerset, New Jersey
Mechanic- Forklift
Job Details
Job Location
Somerset - Somerset, NJ
Salary Range
$28.00 - $35.00 Hourly
Description
Do you love snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you’re looking for!
At PIM, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.
We are looking for a Forklift Mechanic interested in a career with a top ranked and growing snack company, to join our Maintenance team at PIM’s Somerset site in New Jersey.
JOB OVERVIEW
Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the forklift equipment to ensure that they are in good, safe working order and that minimal disruption occurs to their uninterrupted availability to the production and warehouse operations
Interfaces with production and warehouse management, and the maintenance department staff
Maintains forklifts to comply with customer specifications as well as manufacturers specifications
Maintains and repairs all forklifts such that food safety and quality is ensured
Maintains forklifts to ensure equipment is able to meet the production goals.
Other tasks could be assigned such as minor facility repairs, forklift operation, Etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains the usefulness and service of the forklift fleet
Schedules and maintains a preventive maintenance program
Report food safety and quality issues to Plant management and SQFP
Follow PIM Brands GMP rules
Monitor fellow employees for adherence to GMP’s.
Maintains a safe environment as well as ensures that the forklifts are in safe working order
Comply with all legal regulations
Timely service and repair all forklift equipment
Periodically conduct inspections
Adhere to preventive maintenance program and schedule
Conduct periodic tests
Verify safety device operations
Evaluate new and proposed equipment
Ability to work additional hours as needed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling and crouching. Must have high degree of manual dexterity to safely handle, position and guide metal products before, during and after fabrication. Must be able to operate hand tools, vices and fabricating machinery. Lifting and moving of objects weighing at least 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and considered to enable an individual to perform the essential job functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Busy, active and noisy manufacturing plant and machine shop. machinery requires knowledge of safety precautions and operations. Climates vary depending on work locations. Areas may be dirty and the presence of machine parts, tools and metal by products will be present. Hair net, beard net, assigned work uniform, protective eye wear and gloves are among the GMP required apparel that must be worn, if indicated, on the plant floor.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
High School education or equivalent is strongly preferred
Minimum 5 years’ experience working with and repairing electric forklifts
Basic and advanced electrical and mechanical skill needed
Basic math and computer skills are preferred
Willing to be trained
Thorough knowledge of Maintenance and repair of forklifts, walkies and reach trucks.
Ability to read, speak, and write English is require
Worksite:
The PIM Brands Manufacturing Site is located in Somerset, New Jersey
The PIM Brands Manufacturing Site is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
This position requires working onsite
We are proud to offer:
Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (*based on eligibility and position)
Comprehensive benefits package - EFFECTIVE DAY 1, Including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much more
Diverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of life
Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays
Business casual dress
Entrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement
Awards & Accolades:
#10 Candy Company in North America
#26 Global Candy Company
Makers of Welch’s - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S.
2024 Advocate of the Year Award
Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024
Recognized byNew Jersey Business Magazine (https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-jersey-business-magazine/) 2024
Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market
Top 50 Employer in New Jersey
PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer