Maintenance Technician

Job Description

JOB DUTIES: (** Designates essential functions)

• Support continuous improvement in all aspects of production through performing all duties as assigned by Plant Management such as, but not limited to:
• Examine, test, maintain and repair all physical plant machinery and equipment to assure safe and efficient operations**
• Inspect, maintain, and repair cooling and heating systems**
• Repair and install pipes, fittings, fixtures, and other plumbing duties as required**
• Maintain and repair pumps, valves and motors as required**
• Record and log maintenance repairs and inspections**
• Process work orders as assigned by incorporating and prioritizing needs according to overall effect on plant operations
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks for plant machinery and equipment, the physical plant, utilities, and grounds to assure the safe and efficient operation in accordance with state, federal, local regulations, and company procedures**
• Construct and repair production facilities, including building, structure walls, floors, cabinets, and fixtures**
• Follow good housekeeping practices for maintenance and production areas such as washing, cleaning, and maintaining tools and other equipment
• Assist in maintenance improvements and safe conditions of facility and grounds by mowing and trimming grounds, snow and ice removal from company sidewalks and driveways, painting and sanitation tasks as needed
• Operate company vehicle, lifts, industrial trucks, and non-motorized pallet jacks as required**
• Assist with/support production process when determined necessary by Plant Manager or Maintenance Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Electrical knowledge ranging from 110 volts of power to 480 volts.
• General and specific knowledge and abilities in welding of different alloys, including stainless steel; and equipment knowledge, including bearings, shaft, bolt, nut, wrench, and belt sizes.
• Knowledge of organizational methods and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Sustained physical effort required to move through various work areas, directing, assisting, diagnosing, and monitoring work performance.
• Must be able to distinguish if food safety violations or product quality issues occur and resolve immediately or, if unable to resolve immediately, contact appropriate plant management.
• Ensure principles of animal food hygiene and animal food safety are followed and maintained.
• Follow and abide by OSHA regulations and standards as instructed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Knowledge and ability to:
  • Operate industrial equipment such as hand wrenches, welders, power tools, cutting torch and use tape measure
  • Operate company vehicle as required and maintain a valid driver’s license
  • Perform basic math calculations
  • Legibly document data for record keeping purposes
  • Read gauges and record data in legible manner in accordance with established procedures
  • Analyze complex information and problem solve
  • Understand wire diagrams, construction plans, and other diagrams
  • Implement all safety techniques and mandated sanitary rules and regulations in accordance with established policies and procedures related plant and equipment/machinery operations
  • Understand and communicate technical information through use of written documentation or oral presentation
  • Remain calm and professional at all times
  • Interpret and work from oral and written instructions
  • Cooperate with all team members
  • Work daily and extended hours as necessary
  • Learn how to operate new equipment/machinery
  • Tear down equipment, repair and restore to operation