Maintenance Tech- 12-hour nights (6pm-6:30am)

About the role

This position is a key maintenance team contributor responsible for maintaining equipment to support production requirements using strong mechanical and electrical aptitude. The role involves working with internal and external customers, collaborating within the maintenance team, and operating independently while supporting safety, quality, good manufacturing practices, and preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Setup, repair, install, and maintain machinery and equipment including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Perform special projects and measure/calibrate equipment
• Conduct preventive and planned maintenance on mechanical and utility equipment: cleaning, inspecting, setup, diagnosing, replacement, testing, and continuous improvements
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical malfunctions in machinery and equipment through visual inspection and listening
• Identify and report the need for repairs/major repairs to Maintenance Management
• Crossover with previous shifts’ maintenance and production employees to review schedules, current runs, and plan product changeovers
• Communicate effectively with other departments regarding equipment and repair status
• Work within the maintenance team to accurately document events and share information for problem-solving
• Assist with installation of new equipment and continuous improvement/upgrade projects
• Perform basic fabrication tasks using tools for cutting, welding, grinding, and soldering
• Enhance knowledge and skills of mechanical and electrical systems through on-the-job training
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance Managers, and Master Mechanics on projects, continuous improvement, and annual plant shutdown maintenance
• Adhere strictly to industry guidelines including plant safety, food safety, SQF, and internal/external audits
• Report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Basic computer literacy: ability to go online, conduct basic searches, check email, create and send attachments
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, procedure manuals, operating and maintenance instructions
• Ability to perform basic math: add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations with limited standardization
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment including 3 phase motors, control wiring, 24VDC, 120VAC, 208/220VAC, 480VAC
• Experience with controls for conveyor systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, and valves
• Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot production machinery such as fillers, rinsers, cappers, case packers, case formers, coolers, and pasteurizers
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Ability to use a variety of measuring tools and test equipment
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Mechanical aptitude required

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Lock-Out Tag-Out Authorized, Hot Work, Confined Space, and HECP Training
• Knowledge of Drill Press, Chop Saw, Port-a-Band, Sawzall, and other maintenance tools
• Experience with Multi-Meters, Amp Probes, Megger Ohm Meter, Panelview
• LiDestri experience of 2+ years and familiarity with 85% of plant machinery
• Experience with Manlift, Powertools, Hand tools, Panelview Controls, Production Machines, X-Ray Equipment, Photo Eyes, Light Curtains, and Conveyors
• Experience with Kitchen equipment, Pumps, Milling Machine, Lathes, and Drill Press
• Experience with Lock-Out Tag-Out Equipment, Gear, and HECPS
• Experience using Ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, oscilloscopes, motor megger, Digital Multimeter, clamp-on AC current reader, RTO calibrator, RTO Milliamp and Calibrator/simulator

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to long periods of standing/moving
• Working around moving mechanical parts and conveyors
• Loud environment with hot/cold and wet/dry conditions
• Frequent lifting/carrying, reaching/pulling, climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, bending