What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Tech position at GSFoods?
TITLE: Maintenance Technician
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Warehouse
REPORTS TO: Facility Supervisor
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our teammates who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Maintenance Technician Sets up and operates a variety of machines to make sure that they are ready for products that will run on them. Monitor lines and change and record all of film used on all lines. Monitor, change and record all labels used on machines. Make minor adjustments to machines to make better workflow and appearance of packaging on machines.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install, inspect, operate, and test machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs, ceiling tiles, flooring, etc.
- Paint or repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, and other parts of building structures.
- Provide groundskeeping services, such as landscaping and operating industrial floor scrubbers/sweepers.
- Check and identify electrical/wiring issues and perform minor plumbing tasks.
- Conduct basic building sanitation duties, including trash removal and sweeping floors.
- Perform packaging machine changeovers and report any materials used for restocking.
- Collaborate with the facility supervisor to identify and correct facility issues.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of GMPs, Food Safety Practices, and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Observe and monitor operating machines or equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Always maintain a neat and clean work area.
- Demonstrate consistent, on-time attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- 2 years of general building maintenance experience in a warehouse/industrial setting.
- Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- 1 year of warehouse lift equipment experience, including scissor lifts.
- Experience using hand and power tools.
- Ability to read and legibly write instructions and communications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. periodically throughout the day.
- Strong manual dexterity to manipulate objects.
- Ability to primarily stand and walk throughout the shift.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, if needed.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
One-year certificate from college/ or technical school: or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of both experience and training.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 25 pounds on occasion.
EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled:
The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the teammate cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.
Affirmative Action Statement:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.
