Maintenance Technician, Food Plant

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more.

Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Technician Associate Team Leader (ATL) and is responsible for repairs, adjustments, and ongoing maintenance at the metro food production facility.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with implementing preventive maintenance schedules and checklists for all equipment.
• Routinely walk the facility and note areas in need of repair or updating in the maintenance log.
• Assist with diagnosing equipment malfunctions and determining appropriate repair strategies.
• Assist with inventory management of maintenance supplies, spare parts, and tools.
• Maintain a log of equipment routine maintenance and ensure appropriate vendor scheduling as needed.
• Ensure all work is performed promptly without disrupting the normal course of business for facility Team Members.
• Adherence to all safety policies for equipment when maintaining or cleaning including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).
• Communicate and maintain building safety and security standards and follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines.
• Use common hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, saws, drills, wrenches, and hammers, as well as specialized equipment and electronic testing devices.
• Communicate and maintain Team Member safety and security standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, relevant regulatory rules and standards, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), US Department of Agriculture (USDA), State Department of Agriculture, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Department of Labor, Health and Sanitation guidelines, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Weights and Measures.
• Attend all applicable equipment and certification trainings.
• Foster a positive work environment of outstanding teamwork and mutual respect.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of previous experience in a maintenance leadership role within a food production or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret repair manuals, parts catalogues, blueprints, technical procedures, safety rules, operation/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to details, and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to deliver information in a clear and concise manner to fellow team members.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and make good decisions on when and how to repair various equipment.
• Ability to visually examine the building for damage or wear and to fix encountered problems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the proper use of a dumpster, baler, forklift, box cutters, small power tools, hand tools, and other related equipment.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain management, environmental health and safety, and OSHA.
• Basic computer skills; proficiency in select Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); and ability to learn custom applications.
• Ability to work well with…