What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technicians level 1, 2, & 3 (Non-Exempt) position at Ethos Pet Brands?
Ethos Pet Brands is the parent company of Natural Balance® and Canidae® pet brands. By joining forces under Ethos Pet Brands, these premium pet food brands strengthen their commitment to delivering the highest quality nutrition. We believe in the power of strong brands to connect with pet parents and create meaningful experiences. As an Associate Brand Manager, you'll play a crucial role in driving our brand strategies, building customer loyalty, and contributing to the overall success of our company.
Company Overview : Ethos Pet Brands is the parent company of Natural Balance® and Canidae® pet brands. By joining forces under Ethos Pet Brands, these premium pet food brands strengthen their commitment to delivering the highest quality nutrition. We believe in the power of strong brands to connect with pet parents and create meaningful experiences. As an Associate Brand Manager, you'll play a crucial role in driving our brand strategies, building customer loyalty, and contributing to the overall success of our company.
The Maintenance Tech will work out of our Brownwood Texas manufacturing facility, and report to the Maintenance Supervisor. The Maintenance Tech III is responsible for performing mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and regular preventative maintenance tasks. This includes conducting electrical work as assigned and ensuring prompt resolution of equipment issues. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of mechanical systems, and electrical wiring, and the ability to work efficiently within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). The Maintenance Technician must adhere to Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company safety policies. The key responsibilities and duties of this position include, but are not limited to :
- Perform mechanical repairs, including changing bearings, seals, and shafts, as well as replacing hardware, reading wire diagrams, and wiring motors.
- Utilize the facility CMMS system to effectively manage and document maintenance activities, providing recommendations for successful operation.
- Analyze machine error messages and gather information from operators to diagnose equipment issues accurately.
- Comply with SOPs, GMP, and company safety policies, reporting accidents, property damage, or near misses to a supervisor.
- Maintain a clean work environment following the completion of each task.
- Respond to maintenance requests submitted via the reporting app or communicated by the production team, promptly documenting repairs and maintenance within the maintenance records.
- Perform routine maintenance on machines and parts, such as inspecting drivers, motors, belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and conducting other preventative maintenance actions.
- Report and document issues that require escalation, ensuring timely resolution.
- Prioritize maintenance requests based on their impact on the production schedule.
- Assist in managing parts inventory for the facility, ensuring availability of necessary components.
- Provide support to the production line and general operation teams on various projects, as needed.
- Research and troubleshoot maintenance issues using repair manuals, equipment schematics, and other available resources to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Perform any other duties.
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Ethos is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.