About this Industrial Maintenance Mechanic II role at Mezzetta
About Us:
Since 1935, we’ve been on a mission to bring a little extra happiness to everyday life and inspire connections over food. We select the finest ingredients the world has to offer, craft premium products made with love, and never settle for shortcuts. We believe that when we share our food, we share a part of ourselves — and that’s the only way we’d put our name on it.
Today, our small family company has grown into a national leader in specialty olives, peppers, and sauces under the leadership of CEO Jeff Mezzetta, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. With an 80-year legacy behind us and a bright future ahead, we’re seeking passionate, driven candidates to help us bring our cherished family traditions to a new generation.
The ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:
- Crunchy Crunchy: We are hungry for excellence.
- Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.
- Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.
- Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision. When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.
The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic II is a mid-level technician responsible for independently performing mechanical maintenance and repair tasks on production and packaging equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role focuses on reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting plant operations through proactive maintenance work.
Key Responsibilities:
Availability: Candidates must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required
- Perform routine and corrective maintenance on mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment such as conveyors, fillers, labelers, and pumps.
- Assist with basic electrical tasks (e.g., replacing motors, sensors, or wiring under supervision).
- Conduct preventive maintenance as outlined in the CMMS system, and document work completed.
- Support minor equipment installations and adjustments.
- Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
- Work closely with production and other departments to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
- Follow all plant safety, GMP, and sanitation procedures at all times.
- Provide support or guidance to Level I mechanics when needed.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food or beverage preferred).
- Proficient in mechanical troubleshooting, bearing replacement, and gear/motor repair.
- Familiarity with lockout/tagout (LOTO) and other safety procedures.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in hot, cold, or wet environments.
Preferred:
- Technical or trade school certification.
- Basic understanding of PLC-driven equipment and automation.
- Welding or fabrication experience.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and work from elevated platforms for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in confined spaces and heights as needed.
- May be required to use a worker cage or lift equipment to access high, elevated areas.
- Use of PPE (gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.) required.
Work Environment:
- The work environment is a food manufacturing facility. Exposure to moving machinery and noise.
- Employees may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures, humidity, moisture, and liquids when working on production machines.
- Exposure to strong odors and fumes from hot peppers and other flavorful ingredients processed in the facility is likely.
- Frequent exposure to moving machinery, wet and slippery surfaces, and cleaning chemicals.
- Must be able to work in a high-demand, fast-paced production environment with strict hygiene and safety protocols.
- May require flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts based on production demands.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:
At Mezzetta, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where you know you belong. Part of that commitment includes a zero-tolerance policy and being an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Mezzetta are solely based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, family or parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. All of us share in the responsibility of fulfilling this commitment and creating a culture where our team can thrive.
