McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Utility Mechanic. This new hire will work in the Maryland Manufacturing Center, located at in Belcamp, MD.

 

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, Vahiné, 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 Flavor—where 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 DESCRIPTION

 

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 to develop skills and to resolve maintenance issues. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Perform mechanical and electrical duties of a complex nature including performing breakdown analysis, basic and major equipment rebuilds, advanced mechanical & 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  Other Duties as assigned.

 

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 a 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 have knowledge of Planned Maintenance practices  Demonstrated process improvement ability and leadership  Must be able to successfully work individually and as part of a team  PAPR/Respirator may be required.

 

 

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 opportunity to cause downtime on production lines. 

 

Current McCormick employees who meet these qualifications and are interested in pursuing this position must notify their direct supervisor and their unit HR representative prior to applying.

First consideration will be given to employees who have been displaced from their jobs for positions with the same grade or lower. If there are no qualified candidates, all other employees will then be considered. No displaced employee will receive preferential consideration for a promotional opportunity.

McCormick may recruit external candidates concurrently in order to expedite the recruitment process. Qualified internal candidates submitting bids within the first ten (10) days of the job being posted will be considered before external candidates. Internal bids received after the tenth (10th) day will be considered along with external candidates. It is the policy of McCormick and Company to select and promote for all positions 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.

 

 

Base Salary: $23.97-$35.95

 

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

 

- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits

- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support

- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans