Mechanical Technician- Electro

Primary Duties

• Support the Production Department in order to manufacture safe, quality products.
• Respond to repair requests of production machinery and building equipment in all facility areas.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems and make appropriate repairs to return machinery to a satisfactory running condition.
• Perform moderate to complex adjustments, maintenance and repairs to plant equipment such as bagging machines, conveyors, case erectors, kitchen equipment, and utility equipment.
• Analyze existing problems and help provide innovative solutions.
• Unload powdered and liquid raw materials from rail cars as needed.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on plant process and utility equipment, including lubrication, filter replacement and equipment inspection.
• Assist as needed on equipment installations and upgrades within the facility.

Skill Requirements and Qualifications

• Strong ability in all areas of electrical maintenance, including 3-phase motors, variable frequency drives, controls, and troubleshooting is required.
• Familiarity with the A-B ControlLogix control platform is a plus.
• Programming is NOT required.
• Industrial maintenance experience is preferred; food industry experience or confections experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with vertical bagging and scale equipment is preferred.
• Must supply own hand tools, and be able to use power tools safely.
• Forklift operation ability preferred.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work at heights including rooftops and silos, and lift 70 pounds safely.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, electrical schematics and equipment manuals.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Must have strong team, leadership, verbal and written skills, and able to complete work documentation accurately.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Some knowledge of mechanical and pneumatics operations expected.
• Welding, piping, HVAC, Freon chillers, metal fabrication, and machining is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Vocational training or AA/AS degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Company paid benefits package for employee and family that includes medical insurance (BCBS), dental insurance, basic life insurance of $30k (employee only), short-term disability (employee only), 401(k), safety bonus as well as paid vacation and holidays.