Facilities Maintenance Helper

Company Overview: 
 At Blueprint Automation, we design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as doypacks, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics.

We are absolutely passionate about innovation. It adds fun and inspiration to our work that people need to excel. Our customers stimulate innovation by developing new needs, and we are on a never-ending quest to find a better, simpler way. BPA has no innovation budget. Innovation is what we are.

Position:
BluePrint Automation is looking for a Facilities Maintenance Helper in our South Chesterfield, VA location 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty.   Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

• Perform ongoing maintenance like changing light bulbs, clearing gutters and drains, installing signs, and the like.
• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of all areas of a facility.        
• Perform minor building, plumbing, electrical and painting repairs as necessary.
• Implement preventative maintenance measures. 
• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies. 
• Troubleshoot and help determine appropriate repairs, replacing defective parts as needed.
• Report defects, damage, and malfunctions of any kind to the Facilities Manager.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace. 
• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of the facility and repair of industrial machinery and electrical equipment.
• Monitor and assist outside contractors as required.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations.
• Up to 25% travel may be required. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 0-2 years of experience in facility maintenance.  However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.  
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred, but not required.
• Basic mechanical and plumbing knowledge is required.
• Ability to identify technical defects in electrical units and other equipment in a facility.
• Ability to effectively manage time, meet deadlines and coordinate work functions with fellow workers.
• Analytical, logical thought process and meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to lift and carry 50-75 pounds and stand for an eight (8) to ten (10) hour work shift.
• Committed to quality, safety and communication. 
• Team-oriented and self-directed. 
• Flexible and able to adapt to change based on work demands. 
• Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including lawnmowers, small hand tools, etc. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures. 
   
   

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to pass a drug screen and background check successfully.

BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. We offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 20 days of PTO during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match.

BPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

This position is not authorized for 3^rd party recruiting agency support.