Maintenance Technician

Benefits: Based on Union Contract Provisions ​

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $34.00 per hour

Bonus: $2,000 sign-on bonus, Paid out over 6-months.

To perform jobs successfully, the incumbent will be required to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.  The company reserves the right to modify, delete or add to the essential functions for the Maintenance position at any time.

• Able to complete paperwork for checklists, work orders, and other documentation to perform required tasks through the site maintenance management system.
• Regularly performs preventative, predictive, and planned maintenance of mechanical and utilities equipment including but not limited to: cleaning, inspecting, diagnosing, replacement, setup, testing, and process improvements.
• Frequently uses a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective way.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area always. Performs electrical troubleshooting with thorough knowledge of AC/DC, 230-volt, and 480-volt 3 phase systems.
• Supports production with process improvement.
• Will need to utilize a high level of mechanical skills and knowledge in pneumatics, hydraulics, bearing, power transmission, and lubrication to work the following equipment: conveyors, gear boxes, motors, and packaging equipment. 
• Understands the functionality of production equipment in assigned area.
• Mentors Level 1 Maintenance technicians. Indirectly mentors production employees (i.e. Line Leads and Machine Operators, etc.) on how to run production lines and equipment. Fabricates components as needed to ensure production line operation.
• Requires intermediate proficiency with a lathe, grinder, and drill to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures and tools.
• Works positively with both maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Adheres to all safety rules (LOTO, confined space, hot work) and practices to ensure the safety of self and others All Plant employees are responsible for administering and following all Plant Safety, SQF, FSMA, Food Safety-HACCP, GMP, Food Quality, Food Defense and Food Fraud policies and programs always.
• Additionally, employees are responsible for reporting immediately if they are aware of any fraud issues/discrepancies.

• Minimum Requirements: 

• Minimum of 1 year in equivalent maintenance experience preferred. 
• Minimum of 3 years in Machine Operator experience required.
• Prior experience in a food manufacturing facility preferred
• Must be driven and a self-starter.
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be a team player.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work from heights.
• Initiative to acquire additional skills to advance to the next level
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Demonstrates willingness to fully cross-train in other technical areas to enhance capabilities.
• Knowledge, understanding, and ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Knowledge, understanding, and ability to follow Safety Rules and Practices.
• Has general knowledge of continuous improvement, 5S, maintenance reliability, and OEE.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Possesses knowledge of electrical and mechanical knowledge of machine components used to repair production equipment.
• Ability to complete tasks both independently and work productively in a team setting.
• Has proficiency of hydraulics and blueprint reading.
• Requires intermediate proficiency with machining fixtures and tools.
• Must possess proven strong mechanical aptitude and machine understanding.
• Possesses basic knowledge of the following: PLC’s, motors, drives, schematics, single phase and three phase motors, variable frequency drives, etc.