Plant Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:

• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose and repair issues.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Possesses proficient electrical knowledge up to 480 volts, Installing and repairing minor electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of machine timing.
• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment.
• Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Proficient in checking boiler steam pressure and performing boiler breakdowns.
• Follow and maintain the plant PM program.
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clean, legible, and accurate format, and completed with required information.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal codes and regulations.
• Report any animal welfare related issues to management immediately.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

Job Duties:

• Successful trade or vocational school completion or 4 years equivalent work experience required, production environment preferred.
• Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, or engineering specialties preferred.
• Boiler experience preferred. · Ammonia and refrigeration experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to act competently in emergencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fabrication, and Welding.
• Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize workload.
• Position must be available for weekend work schedule.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently make decisions with minimum supervision.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Ability to install, program, or repair automated machinery and equipment such as robots or programmable controllers is a plus, not a requirement.
• Ability to sets up and operate machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools is a plus, not a requirement.
• Basic personal computer skills: knowledge of Maintenance CMMS systems and Outlook.
• Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to assist others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to satisfy all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies.
• Ability to comply with all company policies and procedures.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Year round work

Experience:

• Maintenance Technician: 4 years (Required)
• Boiler maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
• Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fabrication, and Welding: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $35