Maintenance Mechanic II - Zatarain's

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic to report to a Maintenance Manager . This new hire will work in Zatarain's Plant , located at 82 1st Street in Gretna, LA .

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahine, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavorwhere healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."

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:

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Team Manager:

Completes assigned work orders and interfaces with production personnel in troubleshooting or design improvements

Makes mechanical adjustments

Lubricates machinery

Diagnoses and corrects mechanical and basic electrical problems

Fabricates parts as required

Repairs and/or overhauls in-plant equipment

Performs other general plant duties as assigned by supervision

Required Qualifications:

Excellent interpersonal skills required to closely interact with co-workers in and outside of the Maintenance Department

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and manuals

Experience in repair and troubleshooting of packaging and/or processing equipment

Demonstrated ability to methodically analyze and correct problems of a varied nature on a wide range of equipment and

support systems

Physical requirements require candidate to continuously lift weights up to 35 lbs. Frequently lift 50 lbs.

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

equipment.

Ability to work overtime daily and on weekends is required and to have flexibility with shift hours is required

Demonstrated working knowledge of CMMS

Candidate must have knowledge of preventive maintenance practices

Demonstrated process improvement ability and leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance craft such as electrical, plumbing, mechanics, welding, machine shop, or millwright

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.