Van Drunen Farms
Manufacturing
PackagingMechanic,Afternoons
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“Packaging Mechanic, Afternoons at Van Drunen Farms. Skills: Packaging equipment maintenance, Troubleshooting, Repair. Perform daily maintenance of high-speed packaging equipment. Perform troubleshooting of high-speed packaging equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
keep production running safely; keep production running efficiently
Industry & Context.
problem-solving; troubleshooting
work around moving mechanical parts, perform tasks at elevated heights, Exposure to wet or humid conditions, Exposure to fumes or airborne particles, Exposure to extreme cold, moderate to loud noise levels, Daily work in refrigerated production environment
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or GED required, Five or more years of experience maintaining and operating high-speed packaging equipment is strongly preferred, Proven mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment, working knowledge of equipment controls, working knowledge of manufacturing technologies, working knowledge of power tools, Ability to adapt to changing priorities, exercise sound judgment when responding to issues
Nice to Have
bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred, basic refrigeration knowledge preferred
What You'll Do.
Perform daily maintenance of high-speed packaging equipment
Perform troubleshooting of high-speed packaging equipment
Perform repair of high-speed packaging equipment
Complete emergency repairs on mechanical systems
Complete emergency repairs on electrical systems
Complete routine inspections on mechanical systems
Complete routine inspections on electrical systems
Complete preventative maintenance on mechanical systems
Complete preventative maintenance on electrical systems
Support equipment reliability
Support continuous improvement
Evaluate packaging line performance
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
Implement process improvements to enhance quality
Implement process improvements to enhance output
Maintain critical spare parts inventory
Coordinate calibrations with contractors
Coordinate validations with contractors
Support facility maintenance needs
Perform structural repairs
Perform exterior repairs
Assist with complex maintenance projects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Production; Partner with Engineering; Partner with Quality; Partner with Safety; Partner with Maintenance teams
Full Job Description
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing! * **Shift** : Monday - Friday 2PM - 1030PM * **Expected Pay Range: $32.64 - $41.00** * **Bonus:** This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics. * **Benefits Eligible:** Yes * **Benefits Available** : [2026-benefits-summary.pdf](https://vdfresources.com/hr/2026benefits/2026-benefits-summary.pdf) * **Shift Differential:** Yes _**Who We Are**_ At Van Drunen Farms, we’re not just providing ingredients; we’re providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we’re striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence. _**What You’ll Do**_ * Perform daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of high-speed packaging equipment to keep production running safely and efficiently. * Complete emergency repairs, routine inspections, and preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems. * Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and Maintenance teams to support equipment reliability and continuous improvement. * Evaluate packaging line performance and help implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and output. * Maintain critical spare parts inventory and coordinate calibrations or validations with contractors as assigned. * Support facility maintenance needs, including structural and exterior repairs, and assist with complex maintenance projects. _**What You’ll Bring**_ * Five or more years of experience maintaining and operating high-speed packaging equipment is strongly preferred. * Proven mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food production. * Strong working knowledge of equipment controls, manufacturing techn
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