Maintenance Technician 1st & 2nd shift Opening

About the role

Maintenance Technician responsibilities include troubleshooting, repair, modification, installation, and preventative maintenance on facility, packaging, and process equipment, utilizing standard work practices to ensure production is completed in a safe and efficient manner. As a Pennant team member, the candidate will execute work orders and tasks as assigned, ensure safety and food safety is a condition, and drive manufacturing operational improvements. Furthermore, the candidate must embrace and support the building operations.

Responsibilities

• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Personal Effectiveness – meeting timelines and productivity requirements (quantity and quality of work)
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and flexible
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work and thrive under time constraints and juggle/prioritize responsibilities
• Required to troubleshoot manufacturing controls – PLC, AC Motor Drives, Rockwell Automation, etc.
• Required to read as-built drawings, blueprints, maintenance logs, and electrical drawings
• Must have a general knowledge of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting / repair
• Ability to demonstrate fundamental computer skills – Knowledge of CMMS preferred
• Ability to perform maintenance and repair of production line equipment
• Fundamental ability for welding, fabrication, pneumatics/hydraulic, machinery rebuilding and skills for equipment troubleshooting and repair
• Knowledge of repair and work on steam and pressure lines
• Knowledge of air compressors and filtration systems
• Versed in lock-out/tag-out procedures and possess a strong safety orientation mindset with demonstrated performance
• The employee may be expected to work outside on building grounds including elevated areas (Building Rooftops)
• Inspection and project work may require working in elevated conditions and working on ladders
• GMPs require hair nets, beard nets to be worn in production areas
• Uniforms and safety shoes will be provided along with any other specific required PPE
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, walk and lift throughout the shift

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED
• 2–4 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing, facility, or industrial experience preferred, preferably in a food manufacturing environment
• Must possess an understanding of the processes in the food manufacturing industry
• Must have good command of the English language, both written and verbal
• At least 5+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience

Pay

Hourly compensation for this position is based on skills and experience, ranging from $30.00 – $38.00.