Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Maintenance Technician who will work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks. They will troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness while advising and training other production personnel. All tasks will be performed while supporting the company's policies, goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBLITIES

• Participate in plant safety, health and environmental programs.
• Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests as assigned.
• Maintain spare part inventory controls for cost-effective operations.
• Assist with successful audits in the area of maintenance.
• Implement and coordinate maintenance plans together with the production department.
• Repair & maintain plant machinery and equipment (mixers, conveyors, compressors, and pumps).
• Repair or replace control devices such as switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, etc. as needed.
• Repair or replace faulty components, including motors, bearings, belts, and gears.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to perform repairs
• Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments.
• Check facilities and machines at regular intervals.
• Implement corrective measures (quality review) concerning quality improvement.
• Keep the maintenance shop clean and orderly.
• Update maintenance logs and provide reports as needed to the Maintenance Supervisor or Plant Manager

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Strong mechanical skills that inspire team confidence, collaboration and respect.
• Excellent critical thinking skills utilizing a Stabilize/Standarize/Optimize problem-solving and root-cause analysis approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to build and maintain good working relationships with others within the organization, suppliers, and customers.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use logic and reason to identify alternative solutions.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and concern for others.

Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Previous experience in food processing experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a maintenance mechanic, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with food processing environments is a plus.
• Knowledge of proper sanitation techniques and procedures.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Knowledge with electrical, electronics, 3-phase and carpentry preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Bilingual (English - Spanish) preferred.

Additional Information:

• Ability to work in a warehouse setting that includes refrigeration (38F) and wet conditions.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, handling, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

The physical demands outlined are essential for performing the job effectively.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.

If you are a results-driven professional passionate about efficiency and quality, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team and contribute to our commitment to excellence.

Environment:

This position works in a combination of plant and warehouse settings, working in various temperature conditions, and long periods of standing and/or walking.

All job descriptions may be modified by the Employer at any time, and include the expectation that the role may include additional duties not specifically listed in this job description.

NOTICE TO RECRUITERS, EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES, AND/OR VENDORS

Please note that this employer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or vendors. This employer will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without employer authorization, this employer is without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of this employer.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employees and contractors of employer are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.