Maintenance Technician

Description:

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs maintenance, installs and repairs on all production equipment
• Performs maintenance and utility work of building and grounds.
• Completes plant work orders, accurately and on-time.
• Adheres to all safety policies, procedures and guidelines
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Performs preventive maintenance on plant equipment and completes appropriate documentation.
• Performs cleaning, de-scaling, and other sanitation tasks as scheduled on plant equipment.
• Performs emergency equipment repairs, alone and with mechanics.
• Familiar with electrical, welding, and PLC experience.

Qualifications
Summary of Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of general industrial mechanical maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and adhere to safety policies
• General industrial maintenance and electrical systems.
• General sanitation knowledge preferred.
• General knowledge and use of power tools and equipment required.
• General knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds. Continuous standing and walking throughout the entire 8 - 12 hour shift; regular lifting up to 50 pounds. Frequent pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, crawling & climbing. The ability to perform visual inspection is a necessity.
• Ability to read, write and understand equipment manuals, blueprints, schematics, safety manuals, and specifications.
• Ability to work in elevated areas, confined spaces, dusty areas
• Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Basic math skills.
• Mechanical/Technical Aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in safety procedures and ability to adhere to all safety guidelines.
• Proficient in Lockout/Tag out.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workload.
• Ability to work in accordance with quality, safety, and sanitation standards, policies and guidelines.