Maintenance Technician

What You Will Do

• Performs a wide variety of maintenance repairs and services.
• Troubleshoots breakdowns of machinery and production line.
• Setup and disassemble machines as needed.
• Perform daily plant maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and all other related functions on various industrial equipment and PLC.
• Perform changeovers, installation of motors, belts, drives, and other mechanical systems.
• Responsible for the timely completion of all work orders as assigned.
• Covers special projects as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Set-up and adjust machines to ensure proper operation.
• Read, understand and interpret blueprints and CAD drawings.
• Maintain records pertinent to equipment performance, necessary repairs and downtime via PM’s, SAP work requests, utilizing PC based systems.
• Affirms food safety standards with regards to GMPs and HACCP plan are being followed by self and fellow employees.
• Reports food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Notifies supervisor of process deviations.
• Aids in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors.
• Maintains efficient function of the boiler and water softener; adds chemicals or salt as needed.
• Responsible for alerting the Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Supervisor of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that has taken place, or that may occur.
• Works within established expense limits.
• Responds to handheld radio calls for maintenance problems around the plan.
• Maintain a professional, courteous manner with all visitors, vendors, contractors, and fellow employees.

What You Will Bring

• A high school diploma or GED.
• An associate degree in a science-related field preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years working in an industrial environment in related capacity.
• A broad understanding of industrial electrical, 24V - 480V, 3 phase, mechanical, and building systems.
• Experience with PLCs, ladder logic, and troubleshooting control systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pumping systems.
• Experience in welding and metal fabrication.
• A clear ability to communicate in English (both verbal and written).
• A good understanding of computer program functionality.
• A knowledge of food safety and good manufacturing practices (GMPs).