Maintenance Technician

Who We Are

This position is with Helena Industries (HI). HI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC and provides production and distribution solutions to customers across a wide variety of industries. HI is one of the largest chemical toll manufacturers in the U.S. and our clients include many household name brands and large retailers.

During the assigned shift the Maintenance Technician performs all tasks associated with installing, adjusting and maintaining mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment in order to keep the operations running in a safe, efficient manner. This position also troubleshoots mechanical, electrical and computer related issues that arise and takes appropriate steps to resolve.

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems and production machines.
• Follows diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications to troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Troubleshoots and maintains PLC's, plant instrumentation and plant electronic equipment.
• Completes simple programming of logic controllers.
• Reduces downtime and increases on-stream time on all operations running on assigned shift.
• Composes and provides written documentation on all issues utilizing a PM program or work order system to ensure clear communication is provided to the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager on items that need attention.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation.
• Listens for problems using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts by using rules, calipers, micrometers and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs and straightedges.
• Analyzes mechanical and operational problems on equipment and plans for and takes corrective action.
• Makes necessary corrections and runs adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
• Installs new machinery and equipment.
• Performs maintenance welding, cutting, brazing, sawing, grinding and related metal work.
• Maintains inventory of assigned tools and related supplies.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains tools and machinery in good condition.
• Assists in training plant team members on the operation of new equipment.
• Notifies leader of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken.
• Maintains a clean work environment both inside and outside the facility by using good housekeeping habits.
• Routinely participates in problem solving activities utilizing scientific thinking and other continuous improvement techniques.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

• Technical degree or trade school certificate in mechanical, electrical or HVAC is required.
• Two years of plant maintenance experience working with electronic troubleshooting and logic controllers is required.

• Organizational skills.
• Prioritizes on an hourly basis.
• Can use common tools and advance diagnostic tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• Employee may be required to pass OSHA respirator physical.
• Must be able to work rotating shift as scheduled.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle. Must be able to meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
• Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

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