Maintenance Technician

About the role

A Maintenance Technician will repair, troubleshoot and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machines and equipment and will assist in the evaluating and developing solutions to determine necessary modifications for existing and new equipment to improve the function of plant machinery.

Essential Functions/Job Duties

• Conducts machine setup, trouble shooting, repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders for maintenance.
• Enters data and maintenance of process records, work reports, and maintenance logs.
• Cleans and maintains equipment.
• Troubleshoots all electrical & mechanical issues on shift.
• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts (i.e. removing pumps, motors, filters, pipes).
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements or replacements.
• Provides unscheduled repairs of equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Repairs and replaces electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Lays out, assembles, installs and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Follows correct housekeeping and safety procedures.
• Documents performance of assigned maintenance technicians.
• Affirms all machines are appropriately guarded.
• Abides by all safety programs and PPE.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ Years of experience performing maintenance on packaging machines/production as well as a basic knowledge of product flows.
• Must have the technical knowledge to repair and/or replace and troubleshoot machinery, instrumentation and hard-wired electrical devices in all areas of the plant.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Able to follow instructions, respond to management direction; and keep commitments.
• Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Mechanical aptitude to learn computer operation, software and languages and to perform general maintenance on all types of equipment.
• Maintains basic knowledge of product flows.
• Demonstrates attention to Technical knowledge to repair and/or replace and troubleshoot machinery, instrumentation and hard-wired electrical devices in all areas of the plant. Must have a strong electrical background with process equipment.
• Able to calculate figures such as: proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Education Requirements

• Associates degree in related field.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily sedentary standing work with occasional walking, lifting, moving, and traveling to other departments or work areas to perform repetitive manual tasks.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel and crouch.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularity lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Able to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Able to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Company Overview

Our Mission is to become the most trusted ally for pet parents and a leading authority in pet health and wellbeing. Our promise is to deliver smarter health and wellbeing solutions that are innovative, accessible, educational and always effective. Why join the PetIQ Team? We have an incredible culture built on our core values that are embedded in everything we do. Our values are: Pet Parent Focused: Everything we do starts with the pet parent in mind. We’re dedicated to improving pet health and wellbeing through every interaction, product, and service we provide.Results Oriented: We deliver with purpose and follow through with clarity, accountability, and impact—because results matter for our teams, our partners, and the pets we serve.Humble and Hungry: We bring passion and confidence without ego. We’re always learning, improving, and striving to do better-for ourselves, our teams, and our customers.Adaptive & Agile: We embrace change, move fast, and use it as our next advantage in creating innovative solutions for pets and their families.Stronger as a Pack: Collaboration is at the heart of how we work. We help each other win, because we know exceptional teams build something greater than any one of us could alone

Closing

PetIQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership or civil union status, military or veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified individuals and strive to create a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please contact HR@PetIQ.com By submitting this application, I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application or interview may result in my release. __________________________________________________________________________________