Facilities Technician

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana. The hours for this position are : 9 : 30AM-6PM Mon-Fri

Scope :

The Facilities Technician demonstrates proficiency in work involving facility / utility equipment and general building repairs / construction. High emphasis of proven proficiencies in leadership with duties that will involve preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance in a fast paced demanding food and beverage manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities :

• Promotes and practices safety and conducts him / herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times without compromise.
• Displays initiative to lead efforts to improve productivity.
• Uses tools ranging from hand and power tools to precision measuring and alignment instruments and electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance activities to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, utility systems operate efficiently and maximizes equipment uptime.
• Inspects, operates, or tests machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and improve efficiencies.
• Troubleshoots mechanical and electrical problems and determines how to correct fault, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
• Experienced with an in-depth knowledge of utility systems such as compressors, boilers, chillers and water systems.
• Familiar with HVAC operations and controls.
• Knowledge of mechanical power transfer systems such as gear reducers, chain / belt drives, direct drives, bearings, shafts and couplings.
• Knowledge of 480 volt 3 phase power distribution such as transformers, Motor Control Centers, power panels.
• Basic knowledge of 120 and 24 volt discrete control and 4-20mA analog control systems.
• Knowledge and experience with pneumatic operated control valve actuators and solenoid devices.
• Documents all work performed, hours, parts, and follow up work on maintenance work orders.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Physical Demands :

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