HIL - Plant Maintenance III

The Plant Maintenance III is an hourly position and reports to the Maintenance Manager. The Plant Maintenance III installs, maintains, and repairs production and manufacturing equipment. Perform Proficient preventative maintenance inspection and service on all production and manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company guidelines.

Responsibilities:

* Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment to the desired company performance standards.

* Interface, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic computerized systems and equipment

* Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

* Comply with all company work and safety rules and regulatory compliance rules and regulations.

* Use all personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.

* Possess the necessary personal tools to perform duties.

Qualifications and

Experience:

* Moderate knowledge of and/or experience with PLC.

* Must have proven experience and ability to display expertise in one or more of the following:

* Proficient experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems).

* Proficient experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.).

* Proficient experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays).

* Proficient experience with conveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).

* Proficient experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)

* Proficient experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).

* Proficient experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts).

* Proficient experience with hydraulic systems (high-pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting).

* Proficient experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.).

* Review rating instructions.

* Proficient experience with packaging/high-speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).

* Proficient experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting).

* Proficient experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.).

* Proficient experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data).

* Proficient experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs).

* Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.

* Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.

* Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.

* Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving is required.

* Must pass pre-employment testing and physical evaluation and be at least 18 years of age.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

* PLC, HVAC, Ammonia, Refrigeration, or other specialty certifications required

* One year certificate from college or technical school; and five years related experience and/or training in manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair; or equivalent combination of continued education and experience.

* Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

Physical Demand/

Working Conditions:

* Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend with a full range of body motion.

* Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 pounds.

* Must be able to work in an office environment, extended periods in a cold, damp and hot environment.

* Must be able to work in variable weather conditions.

I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that all of the duties are not described above and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management.

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer