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The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for handling the electrical and mechanical projects for our facilities including equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance.

This position runs Monday - Friday, 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM.

Measures of Success:

Troubleshoots and repairs various manufacturing equipment.
Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
Uses power and hand tools to perform repair and maintenance work.
Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, and manufacturer's instructions.
Install, set up, and tune new injection molding machines or similar plastic molding systems. May install and maintain fixtures and facilities.
Services equipment used by oiling, greasing, and adding gas as required.
Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

Preferred two or more years of experience as an industrial mechanic.
Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and schematics.
Skill in applying building and equipment maintenance/repair techniques.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Ability to work overtime with a flex schedule on the weekends.
Requires some pushing, pulling, or lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.

Benefits Package & Employee Programs:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Free Life and Disability Insurance.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
Paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
Employee Assistance Program.
Access to thousands of free online courses.
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
Referral Program with cash bonus.
Access to on-demand pay.
Paid parental leave.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry~Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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