Maintenance Tech

Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through innovative solutions.

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Hi-Pro Feeds brand at our East Comanche Mill location in Comanche, TX. This manufacturing position performs a variety of accidental and preventative maintenance activities to ensure the effective operation of all equipment and buildings while meeting customer, Federal, State and Trouw Nutrition safety and environmental protection requirements.

Trouw Nutrition – Hi-Pro Feeds, LLC, is a Nutreco brand that has maintained a spirit of excellence since 1968 by anticipating and meeting the needs of our livestock customers. Our team works with Livestock Producers (beef & dairy), the Dealer Market, and Nutritionists. Hi-Pro provides a full line of feeds for all species in our market area which includes Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Oklahoma and Colorado. Quality is the first ingredient at Hi-Pro Feeds!

About The Role: Diagnosing & Troubleshooting

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, implementation and scheduling of appropriate preventive, corrective and routine maintenance programs for site facilities, utilities and equipment including housekeeping.
• Diagnose machine and equipment troubles, and determine extent of repairs necessary; tear down units, generate materials list for worn or defective parts, prepare proper requisitions for parts not in stock; reassemble; make adjustments and correct timing. Such equipment shall include conveyors, palletizer, blowers, air compressors, bagging machines, scales, elevator, forklifts, man-lifts, HVAC, Fire Protection system & associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair a variety of electrical equipment such Programmable Logic Devices (PLCs), computer controls for automated systems, single and three-phase AC motors, low voltage switchgear, solid-state components. Utilizes and interprets various types of test equipment such as micrometers, feeler-gauges, volt-ohm-meters, amp-probe’s, data loggers and manometers, etc.
• Support and assist in the installation of engineering projects
• Keep abreast of new technology and manufacturing processes
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), for asset management, work order management, preventative maintenance scheduling, inventory, etc.

Skills and Expertise

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required with three to five years of industrial maintenance experience OR advanced education at a Vocational Technical institute with studies in industrial maintenance along with a minimum of one years’ experience.
• Preferred knowledge and experience in general industrial machine maintenance, to include: Blueprint reading; alignment of parts; setting, leveling and installing machinery; mechanical diagnostic procedures; thread and fit pipe and fittings; make basic measurements and calculations; repair drives, pumps and gear drives; rigging; lubricants; bearings, seals and gaskets; and various machine drive mechanical systems.
• Prefer working knowledge/understanding and troubleshooting techniques for Programmable Logic Devices (PLCs) ladder logic, computer control for automated systems, single and three phase AC and DC motors, low voltage switchgear, solid-state components, and selection of substitute devices.
• Have excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet applications and email programs and be able to obtain forklift certification and operate forklift in a safe, efficient manner. As a member of the maintenance team, this person is on call for plant work on some off-hours, weekends and holidays.

This is a full-time position, located at our plant location in Comanche, TX.

Why you Will Love Working with Us:

Global Benefits:

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group
• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone

Local Benefits:

PTO, 401k, IRA, paid holidays, medical, vision, dental, disability, life insurance, HSA, FSA, and Tuition Reimbursement

Please note that candidates applying to US job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Employer Sponsorship is not available for this position.