Maintenance Tech

About the role

A skilled Maintenance Technician is needed to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of packaging equipment. The role requires proficiency in PLCs, HMIs, and motor drives, along with in-depth knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems for troubleshooting and repairs. The candidate will follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and observe all company safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Regular inspection, troubleshooting, and repairs of electrical and mechanical production equipment throughout the facility.
• Detecting malfunctions and defects in electrical and mechanical systems on all automation equipment.
• Ensuring compliance with all corporate policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules while conducting work functions.
• Efficiently managing time and completing all tasks assigned by supervisory authority.
• Reporting damage, defects, and other issues pertaining to electrical and mechanical units to the supervising manager.
• Working independently and as part of a group.
• Using Upkeep (CMMS System) for tracking preventive maintenance (PMs), work orders, repairs, and parts inventory.
• Following corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and reporting noncompliance when observed.
• Observing all company safety rules and assisting in enforcement as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 3+ years in Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing/Production, preferably in the Food and Beverage Industry.
• Experience in a multiphase, fast-paced production operation.
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience with multiple phases of electricity from 24VDC up to 480VAC 3-phase.
• Experience with equipment such as case sealers and erectors (tape or glue), powered conveyors, tray wrappers, flow wraps, conventional heat tunnels, steam tunnels, vertical sleeve machines, clam shell rotary tables, printers, horizontal and vertical balers, weigh scales, single pallet wrappers, and fully automated pallet wrappers.
• Knowledge of HMIs, AC/DC motor drives, and PLCs for basic troubleshooting or coordinating with external programmers when necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.
• Ability to use power tools, hand tools, and testing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, extend, reach, and twist for long periods of time.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and/or equipment drawings.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 1st Shift.

Pay

Hourly rate: $34.50.