What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Maintenance Technician position at lorvenk?
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair a variety of production equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a fast-paced environment.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on production machinery such as mixing and extruding systems, packaging machines, metal detectors, sealers, motors, pumps, and conveying equipment.
- Identify root causes of operational issues and implement effective solutions.
- Work closely with operations personnel, providing technical guidance and support.
- Follow all safety, food safety (GMPs), and environmental standards to ensure compliance.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, troubleshooting steps, and completed repairs.
- Utilize technical manuals, precision measurement tools, and electrical/mechanical schematics for troubleshooting.
- Ensure proper documentation and reporting of maintenance activities, including compliance with EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) policies.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement and reliability opportunities to enhance operations.
Key Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical trade certification, military training, vocational training, or a Journeyman License is preferred.
- 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment performing equipment operation, repairs, and troubleshooting.
- Hands-on experience with pumps, mechanical drives, lubrication, fasteners, piping, motors, pneumatics, sensors, proximity switches, and automatic valves.
- Experience with 3-phase motors, motor controls, VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), and PLCs is required.
- Familiarity with food industry equipment is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
- Proficiency in using power tools, maintenance shop equipment, and web-based work order systems.
- Physical ability to lift/push/pull up to 60 lbs, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, and handle varying environmental conditions (hot and cold).
- Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently, and excellent teamwork and communication abilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $35
