Equipment Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives.

Job Expectations

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities
• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Knowledge of general warehouse practices
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret pencil sketches and diagrams
• Knowledge of OSHA and other legal requirements
• Equipment Knowledge: Knowledge of various types of equipment in maintenance trades, knowledge of conveyors, motors and dc drives, MIG Welding a plus
• Experience Requirements: Generally requires a minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of maintenance mechanic or related experience
• Education Requirements: An Associate’s Degree in mechanical or related field preferred, or a combination of education and equivalent work experience
• Judgment/Reasoning Ability: Able to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly using sound judgment, poise and diplomacy. Ability to use judgment and reasoning skills, and determine when to escalate issues, as required, in a timely manner

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The Team Member is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands and fingers, bend, stoop and reach with hands and arms.
• Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to store materials throughout the work day.
• The Team Member may occasionally lift or move materials and products up to 55 lbs unassisted.
• Proper lifting techniques required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• The noise in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Other factors are: Hectic, fast-paced with multi-level distractions
• Company uniforms, closed-toed shoes, casual work environment
• Warehouse environment, may be required to wear safety equipment
• Ability to work extended hours as required

Compensation

The expected salary range for this role is $32-$38 USD. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as the candidate's relevant experience, education, geographic location, and internal equity.

Staffing Agency Submission Notice

iHerb does not accept unsolicited 3rd party ("Agency") candidates. If you are an Agency, please send any requests to be considered as a supplier in our Vendor Management System to staffingvendors@iherb.com. Do not contact iHerb employees directly. If requested to work on a role, any Agency candidates would be presented through the internal recruiting organization.

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.