Maintenance Technician II Night Shift

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, and electronic plant/equipment maintenance
• Support, implement, and maintain food safety and quality practices as required through SQF
• Complete daily work assignments and mentor and support others to complete assigned tasks
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems of all plant equipment including mechanical drive systems and hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems of plant and packaging/processing equipment such as wiring, circuits, fuses, switches, electrical installations, transformers, motors, and AC & DC motor drives
• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment, check and replace items, and conduct equipment inspections
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and electrical schematics
• Use and manipulate computer systems for entering and retrieving data in MMS systems as necessary to perform maintenance record keeping activities
• Provide calibration and repair support for ICV Program
• Provide basic maintenance and operator training to ensure proper use of equipment
• Design and fabricate replacement parts or equipment: weld, lathe, mill, press, grind, to repair equipment as necessary
• Research parts inventory and purchase and/or request replacement parts when necessary. Ensure parts are installed in equipment when received
• Perform building maintenance and repairs including HVAC, roofs/windows/doors, and lights
• Keep all work and shop areas clean so as to avoid injury and/or sanitation problems
• Use computerized maintenance system for equipment history & parts
• Work as a team, help others and perform any other assigned duties

Qualifications

• Education: 1-2 years vocational training in maintenance mechanics to include: hydraulics, pneumatics, machine shop, electricity, electronics and programmable computers
• Knowledge of production machinery operation and maintenance
• State licenses preferred: boilers, electrical and refrigeration
• Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of experience in plant and production equipment maintenance including mechanical, electrical, and electronic repair
• Skills, Abilities, And Experience Required: Ability to operate machine tools (lathe, mill, etc.), power tools, computers, electronic test equipment, multimeters, and welding equipment - all types. Extensive experience in hydraulics, HVAC, boilers, air compressors, ammonia systems, electronics, robotics, plumbing, and mechanical alignment preferred. Must be able to test out, in each area at a local technical school. Must be willing and able to be involved in Continuous Improvement efforts for the department and the plant systems and processes.
• Physical requirements: Manual dexterity for delicate electronic work. Frequently stoop, squat, twist, reach, climb stairs while performing job duties. Ability to lift and carry 50-75 pound objects, repetitively lift and carry 20 to 50 pounds. Ability to distinguish between sounds or vibrations for equipment repair, and colors for electronic wiring work.
• Mental/Motor Requirements: Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics; ability to troubleshoot plant and production equipment problems (mechanical, electrical and electronic); ability to effectively interact and communicate with machine operators and outside vendors; ability to work closely with other team members to share responsibilities and solve problems. Ability to troubleshoot and program programmable controllers. Ability to perform tasks from memory. Ability to work alone and be self-directed. Ability to operate processing and packaging equipment.
• Additional Requirements: Must be able to read, write, and communicate in the English language. Must wear company-issued uniforms (snap-front shirt & pants) and required PPE (bump-cap, hair net, beard net, safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, steel toed shoes, etc.). Regular on-time attendance, plan ahead and get coverage for days off. Flexibility to work overtime and/or on alternate shifts if needed. Must follow established safety procedures and coach others to do the same. Good communication and follow up skills. Must work well with others and be able to work under pressure. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize tasks. Ability to work 12 hour shifts in which standing, kneeling, climbing and walking are 100% of on-the-job time. Ability to work in the following conditions: hot and/or humid environments, heights up to 30ft, working on ladders, confined spaces, and catwalks.