Job Details

Why Jolly Time?

At American Pop Corn Company, popcorn is more than a product - it's tradition, family, and fun. With over 100 years of innovation, hard work, and dedication, we take pride in every detail of what we do, all for the sake of making better popcorn. Our address isn't just for show - ONE FUN PLACE reflects a culture built on teamwork, pride, and happiness. When you join us, you're not just making popcorn - you're helping create memories and sharing the Official Snack of Happiness in every delicious kernel.

Core overview and Essential Job Functions

Equipment Maintenance & Repairs
• Work with mechanical, pneumatic maintenance, machinery, equipment, and light electrical repair.
• Diagnose machinery and equipment malfunctions to determine the extent of repairs needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and timely efficient service on machines while coordinating PM schedule with Supervisor.
• Coordinates with Storeroom/Inventory Specialist by identifying parts and services needed to complete maintenance tasks/projects.
• Makes necessary modifications and implements test runs; confers with Supervisor regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required.
• Collects feedback on potential repairs & improvements
• Understands company policies, follows and enforces safety regulations, participates in safety initiatives, learns production schedule, and is aware of production schedules when estimating completion times or a repair assignment.
• Recommends measures to improve efficiency, equipment performance, and quality of the product. Will also diagnose mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions to minimize future downtime.
• Thoroughly cleans machines & machine parts (removing and reinstalling as necessary), maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies in an organized and clean environment and ensures proper care of tools and equipment.
• Prepares reports documenting work performed
• And other duties as assigned by sueprvisor

Operations support & team collaboration
• Partner with operators, supervisors, maintenance team members, engineering, and leadership to troubleshoot and improve equipment performance.
• Support shift action plans, preventative maintenance programs, SOPs, and process improvements.
• Participate in daily start-ups and training meetings. • Perform additional duties as assigned to support efficient plant operations.

Safety, Quality & Compliance
• • Follow all company policies, GMPs, food safety standards, and OSHA requirements. • Perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures as required. • Maintain clean, organized work areas, tools, and equipment. • Assist with general plant maintenance to support a safe work environment.

What you'll need/Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational, technical diploma, or associate degree preferred.
• Technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance a plus.
• 2+ year of maintenance/mechanic experience in industrial or food manufacturing environments required; 4+ years preferred.
• Experience working with production, processing, or packaging equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Electrical and motor maintenance experience is a plus.
• Basic Excel knowledge for reporting
• Basic computer knowledge for CMMS system & Mechanics Log
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals is required.
• Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, or similar equipment preferred (or willingness to be trained).
• Must be able to read a tape measure and have general math concept knowledge.
• Strong aptitude with knowledge of pneumatics, welding, fabrication, and basic electrical systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team , while having strong communication skills with attention to detail

Benefits

American Pop Corn Company has an amazing benefits package! Here are just some of our great benefits:
• - FREE family health and dental insurance. That's right - JOLLY TIME doesn't charge for these benefits - and it's a major medical plan with full coverage!
• - Vision insurance
• - 401(k) with a 4% match
• - Six paid holidays
• - Paid Time Off (PTO)
• - Annual Bonus Program
• - Referral Bonus
• - & More!

EOE post-offer drug screen required. E-verify. American Pop Corn Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.