Maintenance Tech

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate and test machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
• Dismantle machines, equipment or devices to access and remove defective parts to conduct repairs
• Maintain food processing equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, such as; inspecting motors, bearings, belts, fluid levels and replacing filters
• Perform general maintenance tasks to include; plumbing, electrical wiring, installation of new equipment and parts
• Document all maintenance performed including preventative maintenance
• Identify any required parts needed and notify supervisor
• Ensure facility supervisors are notified when maintenance or repairs are to be undertaken in any food handling area
• Remove all tools and debris from any maintenance activity once it has been completed. Notify appropriate personnel of completion so appropriate hygiene and sanitation can be performed before commencement of facility operations

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma
• Maintenance certification or equivalent experience
• Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification
• Previous experience in maintenance is required
• Experience in Food Manufacturing or Processing very desirable
• Knowledge of safety programs and processes, such as Confined Space, LOTO, Hazcom, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, etc.
• Strong knowledge in Pneumatics, and Power Transmission are required

Pay

The starting rate for this position is $21.36, incremental increases are earned through developing skills and qualifications.

Physical Demands

• Stand and walk constantly
• Grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently
• Sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and water, and chemicals
• Temperature is regulated for operations standards. Cooler temperatures occur in specific areas
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Employees are required to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) due to working in a food manufacturing environment (hairnets, clean clothes, etc.)