HP Hood
Direct Greenhouse career site

Mechanic, 1st Shift

Pay
$35 – $38 per hour
Location
Agawam, MA · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Experience
3+ years
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Listed
13 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • Maintenance mechanic experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Excellent troubleshooting
  • Electrical troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems
  • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision
  • Ability to work well with people
  • Multitasking
  • Adherence to safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices

Also useful

  • Experience with wastewater treatment plant operations
  • Experience with SQF food safety programs

About the role

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary

Under direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Maintenance Manager, will follow all established procedures and policies, while producing a product that meets or exceeds available standards while prioritizing safety, quality and efficiency to meet the goals of the company.

Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM. Your working hours may be modified in accordance with Company's business needs.

Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Working every other weekend.

Job Responsibilities

  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Executes assigned duties with minimal supervision.
  • Available for call-ins and required over-time to support critical situations.
  • Perform assigned duties in a timely manner, including follow-up to ensure work was completed satisfactorily.
  • Perform assigned duties following "Good Manufacturing Practices".
  • Assist operators in routine maintenance procedures & training on minor trouble-shooting & repairs.
  • Conduct general repairs & maintenance to facility and grounds as assigned.
  • Attend Daily Production Meeting as required.
  • Maintain records and logs as required.
  • Perform operating task and adjustments in the Wastewater Treatment plant.
  • Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
  • Perform inventory control functions relating to spare parts, tools & equipment.
  • Actively participate in special teams representing the Maintenance organization.
  • Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

  • GED or High School Diploma.
  • At least 3 years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a manufacturing environment.
  • Basic computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.).
  • Excellent troubleshooting experience.
  • Ability to work well with people.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Multi-tasked Individual.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Possess electrical troubleshooting skills to diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical systems and components.

Working Conditions

  • Factory environment
  • Varying noise and heat levels.
  • Responsibilities allow occasional opportunity for varying work routine

Physical Demands

  • Standing: Long periods (up to 8 hours).
  • Sitting: Occasionally for short periods.
  • Walking: Long periods.
  • Bending & Twisting: Frequently.
  • Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently.
  • Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently.
  • Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities

  • Maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner
  • Maintaining the master list of documents
  • Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
  • Serve as backup to notify any Maintenance Manager or QA Manager of a food quality and safety issue in the event a supervisor is unavailable.
  • Backup: Other Maintenance Mechanics and/or Maintenance Supervisor

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

Pay and benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.43 - $37.60 USD

Ready to join us? Apply directly on our Company Careers Page

Read the original posting

From HP Hood's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 27, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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Common questions

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The Mechanic, 1st Shift posting at HP Hood states compensation of $35 – $38 per hour. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on HP Hood's official career site.

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