Description

AleSmith Brewing Company is dedicated to creating the world’s highest quality beer, while promoting an understanding and appreciation of craft beer and its styles and traditions to those we faithfully call our customers.

Job purpose

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Maintenance Technician I will be responsible for following Company safety procedures, policies, and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) to oversee all maintenance operations, to include preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, new equipment installation, equipment process improvements, and organization and cleaning of maintenance areas. 

Duties and responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Oversee and ensure the efficient operation of all brewery equipment, to include steam boilers, chillers, compressors, industrial refrigeration, HVAC, wastewater treatment systems, and all production equipment.
• Identify critical equipment and spare parts and establish systems that support optimized equipment reliability, including parts ordering, inventory management, and rebuild programs.
• Schedule and execute routine and preventive maintenance programs for all brewery equipment and utility systems while minimizing production down time costs.
• Perform necessary equipment repairs in a timely manner to minimize production down time and costs.
• Work with outside contractors and vendors to coordinate new equipment installation, startup, commissioning, operator training, and equipment repair.
• Oversee safety procedures for all maintenance operations, including lockout/tagout, confined space procedures, fall protection, etc.
• Conduct safety training and reporting for operator use and repair of all mechanical and electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Train brewery employees on the use, troubleshooting, and maintenance of new equipment and systems.
• Communicate with all departments, as related to maintenance and repair needs and training.
• Assist in the coordination with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure facility compliance with all regulations and reporting requirements.
• Manage facilities maintenance and repairs. 
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workplace in maintenance areas.
• Develop and maintain 5S systems within all maintenance areas to create and sustained an organized work environment.
• Responsible for the organization and storage of all maintenance equipment, including proper labeling, cleaning, and upkeep. 
• Manage all work orders, parts inventory, preventative maintenance, and other maintenance functions using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Will work with supervisors and managers to improve upon and implement new and revised process SOPs. 
• Ensure excellent customer service for all areas including brewing, packaging, operations, and administrative functions. This includes clear and organized communication and effective relationships.
• Research and implement new methodologies such as maintenance tracking systems and other principles for continuous process improvement.
• Participate in continuing education related to maintenance operations, safety, and regulatory requirements. 
• Follow Company safety procedures, policies, and SOPs. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, fabrication, and troubleshooting skills. 
• Knowledge of boilers, chillers, compressors, industrial refrigeration, brewery process control and utility systems.
• A basic understanding of electronics, instrumentation, and programmable logic controllers in industrial applications.
• The ability to read and interpret, drawings, PID’s, plans and schematics, operating manuals, and repair manuals.
• The ability to coordinate and schedule tasks and oversee other personnel in their execution.
• Forklift and hand truck certified or willing to become certified. 
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with MS Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with staff, customers, and vendors.
• Well organized with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Must have the ability to work with tools and heavy equipment.
• Must be available to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Education and/or Experience

A minimum of 3 years total experience as a maintenance mechanic or other related maintenance job, preferably in a beverage production or manufacturing environment, with a high school diploma or equivalent combination of experience and education is required.

AleSmith Brewing Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.