Maintenance Technician - 1st shift

Maintenance Technician - 1st shift (Maintenance) SUMMARY

Supports daily production operations through troubleshooting and continuous improvement of operational control systems. Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as motors, pneumatic & hydraulic systems and equipment. Requires maintaining plant equipment, welding, machining and general maintenance type functions.

• Partner with Quality Assurance, executing and supporting all Quality programs that ensure the production of Safe, Quality Foods.
• Responsible for analyzing and resolving electrical problems, troubleshooting and continuous improvement on analog/digital electronic control systems, PLC programming, HMI systems and computer network communications.
• Documents and implements work order procedures for new equipment/technology and the complete documentation of all system modifications.
• Responsible for installation and maintenance of Process Control Instruments, both pneumatic and electronic.
• Repairs, calibrates and cleans all instruments, pressure switches, flow tubes and gauges to ensure minimal downtime and efficient utilization of pneumatic and electronic equipment.
• Maintain flow of process ensuring proper machine settings and speeds.
• Monitor key process points and maintain records ensuring compliance to established standards.
• Act as a troubleshooter to identify line performance issues and assist in correcting them.
• Install, adjust and repair processing equipment in accordance with specifications.
• Maintains equipment utilizing a Planned Maintenance Program.
• Insure safety of all employees by continuously monitoring compliance to safety procedures and evaluating processes for safety risks.
• Responsible for overseeing strict observance of all safety rules and will use extreme caution around moving machinery.
• Responsible for general housekeeping of maintenance and production areas, actively working toward a clean and safe work environment.
• Responsible for Good Manufacturing Practices compliance.
• Able to meet all attendance requirements based on Company Attendance Policy.
• Effectively cooperate with direct supervision as well as maintain professional and cooperative relationships with peers.
• Be able to consistently lift up to 50 lbs.

• High school diploma or equivalent education experience.
• Two-year certificate from college or technical school; or six to twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 1 to 3 years in a multi-shift manufacturing facility.
• Food production a plus.

• Ability to operate lathe, drill press, grinder and other tools in the fabrication and repair of equipment.
• Ability to operate arc and wire-feed welders.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Familiar with hydraulic and pneumatic driven controls and equipment.
• Proficient in computer applications to maintain computerized maintenance system.
• Ability to service and repair VFDs, electric motors, starters and servo motors in a production environment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must pass Company forklift certification training.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Excellent communication skills necessary to interact with team members and leadership.
• Dependability and reliability.
• Ability to use a calculator to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Must be able to accurately record results.
• Safety awareness is a must.
• Ability to read, understand and comply with work directions, training manuals, safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Processes.
• Able to accurately complete appropriate paperwork for the duties of the position.
• Computer knowledge helpful.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maintain a strong working relationship with peers, Production,…