Maintenance Technician - All Shifts

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* TITLE:

Maintenance Technician – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Shift
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* LOCATION:

Onsite
** in Lithonia, GA
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* HOURS:

1st shift:
** Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm                                         
** 2nd shift:
** Monday – Friday, 3:00pm – 11:30pm                                         
** 3rd shift:
** Monday – Friday, 11:00pm – 7:30am                                         
** 4th

Shift:
** Friday – Monday, 4:00am – 2:30pm (
* 10-hour shift)
** Hiring Hourly Rate: $36.16/hr.** (plus $0.50/hr shift Differential for 2nd & 3rd shift; plus $2/hr shift Differential for 4th shift)
** 2 Year Earning Potential Based on Continuous Learning Progression Pay
*** 6 Months - $37.63/hr.
* 12 Months - $39.27/hr griffith Foods is hiring a
** Maintenance Technician
** to join our Maintenance Team. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment, physical structures, pipes and electrical systems equipment to contribute to the production of high-quality food products in compliance with company standards.
** As a Maintenance Technician your responsibilities will include:
*** Visually inspect and tests machinery and equipment.
* Trouble shooting and repairing equipment by identifying issues with machines.
* Documenting work orders using CMMS
* Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
* Repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
* Repairs and maintains the physical structure of the building.
* Set up and operate machine tools such as grinder, lathe, drill press, cutting torches or welding equipment. Repairs or fabricates machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.
* Performs PMs (Preventive Maintenance) and PD.M. (Predictive Maintenance) as required and follows up with repairs.
* Supporting operations with autonomous maintenance, SOP’s and centerline programs for equipment.
* May operate a forklift or other PIE as required.
* Follows NFPA 70, LOTO and OSHA Safety rules.
* Ensure that BRC protocols are implemented and audited as required.
** Qualified candidates will have:
*** Associates degree or two-year certificate from college or technical school in Electrical Maintenance Technician, Mechatronics, or equivalent program,
** OR
* * high school diploma with three years of experience in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC programming.
* Experience handling food production equipment including mixers, fillers, packaging lines, palletizing systems, and bulk delivery systems.
* Ability to regularly lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds throughout the shift
* Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently, including the ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; and the ability to communicate with individuals and small groups.
* Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
* Comfort in entering and working in confined spaces.
* Working knowledge or the ability to gain knowledge of Red Zone software.
* Working overtime as needed throughout the week, up to and including Saturday work.
* Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods during the shift
* Comfortable working with and around allergens and cleaning chemicals
* Must be able to work
** onsite
* * in
** Lithonia
* * location
* * Candidates must currently be at least 18 years of age AND possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
**** What will set you apart:
*** 3-5 years of Multi craft experience (Electrical and Mechanical)
* 3 months of experience and/or training in a USDA…