Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for contributing to the general maintenance of the plant in keeping equipment and the facility in optimum operating condition. The Maintenance Technician’s primary responsibility is to support the Maintenance Manger through exhibited knowledge of mechanics, machine shop practices, mechanical support and equipment installations and modifications.

Essential Job Functions

• Uses a systematic approach in solving problems through root cause analysis of problems and evaluations of solutions
• Demonstrates knowledge of technical skills to include but not limited to: welding, fabrication, mill or lathe work, electrical skills, plumbing skills, drill press operation, and comprehension of diagrams
• Tracks work performance through use of computer-based maintenance software
• Working knowledge of production support system within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrates knowledge of plant and process safety rules, safe operating methods, good housekeeping and GMPs
• Demonstrates effective interaction skills to support team activities and initiatives related to effective process decisions and goals
• Contributes to the tracking of parts inventories
• Collects and relays information to Maintenance Manger
• Performs physical tasks while working with equipment or machinery
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications
• Responsible for reporting issues related to Food Packaging safety or quality.
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual Spanish is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Collecting Information
• Follows Instructions
• Exhibits ability to read and interpret diagrams and blueprints
• Performs physical tasks
• Ability to use tools and work with job specific equipment and machinery
• Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate, timely root cause analyses
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
• PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment)

Physical Demands of the Job

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

\nCompany Description

We value speed, discipline, and leadership at every level of the organization. Join a team that rewards action, recognizes excellence, and provides real opportunities for advancement.

Company Description

We value speed, discipline, and leadership at every level of the organization. Join a team that rewards action, recognizes excellence, and provides real opportunities for advancement.