Transportation Mechanic (onsite)-Helena, AR

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection. 

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success. 

 The Transportation Mechanic (Helena, AR)  is responsible for keeping equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventative maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, and replacing filters.

Essential Job Functions: 

• Contribute to overall team effort by accomplishing related projects and offering assistance as needed.
• This position inspects, promotes and maintains adherence to food safety cleanliness in the handling of product, ingredients and finished goods using proper work procedures and compliance with Food Safety and Quality
• Standards as defined by the FDA, SQF, HACCP and GMP Programs.
• Responsible for completing daily, weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance inspections in Intelex.
• Responsible for completing maintenance request in Intelex.
• Must have advanced mechanical aptitude.
• Advanced knowledge of power tools, ability to operate properly and safely.
• Knowledge of precision measuring tools.
• Independently complete assigned tasks as directed by Transportation Manager.
• Maintain a clean shop and/or assigned work area.
• Basic knowledge of MIG and ARC welding.
• Ensure the preventative maintenance schedule is being executed on all vehicles (forklifts, man-lifts, golf-carts, etc.).
• Responsible for keeping transportation equipment within DOT Specifications and regulations.
• Keeps an organized log of all forklift and transportation equipment repairs.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience: 

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal team members and external vendors or customers via email, telephone, 2-way radio, or handwriting
• Computer proficiency (MS Windows and Office)
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• “(Preferred) DOT Inspector Certification

This role is eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.  

The role is eligible to earn a bonus and benefits as defined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.  

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:  

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection. 

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications. 

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.