Maintenance Repair Technician Details | Phibro Animal Health

Overview

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a broad portfolio in animal health and nutrition, including medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. Phibro serves livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers by providing solutions to maintain and enhance animal health. The company also operates in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals.

Revenues exceed $1 billion, supported by over 2,300 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and an environment where creativity and skills can flourish. If you are interested in working for Phibro and do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

The Maintenance Repair Technician is an integral part of our Maintenance team based at our US location in Chicago Heights, IL.

We are hiring a Maintenance Repair Technician at our Chicago Heights, IL location. Tuition Reimbursement, 401-K, job security and growth opportunities. Currently hiring 3rd shift. Minimum starting rate of pay: $35.00 per hour.

• Safe and efficient operation of production line equipment, tow motors, and facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, improvements, and modifications to production, utility, and facility equipment including fermenters, drying equipment, baggers, palletizers, pumps, air compressors, boilers, and other mechanical equipment.
• Provide training on maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems in compliance with SOPs, GMPs, GLPs, PSM, and related regulations.
• Serve as maintenance advisor for input on projects related to equipment design, parts and material selection, documentation, testing, problem solving, maintenance requirements, project scope, and follow-up.
• Assist with priority assessment and decision making for troubleshooting and diagnostics; collaborate with operations to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct assembly, repair, and proactive maintenance for packaging, fermentation, utility, and facility equipment and systems cost-effectively.
• Review equipment operation to identify deficiencies or improvements to increase OEE.
• Read and understand drawings/blueprints and use this knowledge for installation or repair of equipment.
• Use precision measuring devices and machinist’s tools as needed.

• Attendance and punctuality
• Collaborative teamwork
• Delivering high-quality work
• Following policies and procedures
• Initiative and responsibility
• Time management
• Physical and mechanical task execution
• Prioritizing and organizing work
• Working safely

• A valid driver’s license is required for this position to operate company vehicles.
• Understanding of the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry and operations, with technical proficiency.
• Demonstrated knowledge in relevant technical areas.
• Solid understanding of GMP manufacturing processes, equipment, and facilities.
• Awareness of current industry technology to ensure use of up-to-date processes.
• Good communication and organizational skills; ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Daily or frequent interaction with Engineering Director, Maintenance Supervisors/Managers, Production Management, Engineers, Quality Operations, Maintenance Technicians, Production Operators, Contractors, and Vendors.
• Team player willing to assist others as needed.
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend corrective and preventive actions with minimal guidance.
• Capability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize work, and adapt to changes.
• Computer proficiency with email, internet-based training, and Microsoft Word/Excel.

Journeyman Certificate with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, or Technical/Vocational School diploma with 5–8 years of machine repair or machinist-related work experience.

Reach upward; bend occasionally; climb occasionally; lift or carry 21–50 lbs; squat or kneel frequently; talk or hear constantly; use hands constantly.

To learn more about Phibro Animal Health’s competitive benefits package, please :
Phibro Benefits.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit:
Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition
Division:
Animal Health & Nutrition
Department:
Maintenance

Location:

US - Chicago Heights, IL

Work Schedule:

3rd Shift