Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Are you seeking a rewarding and respectful career; backed by a team of manufacturing professionals with a shared goal to help you succeed? If so, it's time to consider a career with Utz Quality Foods! We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to work from our manufacturing facility in Algona, WA on 3rd Shift . The Maintenance Tech is responsible to work independently installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining all mechanical and electrical components of production and facility equipment. Key Responsibilities Troubleshoots and repairs manufacturing equipment (motor controls, DC/AC drives and controls, frying and baking equipment, sheeters, extruders, temperature instrumentation, burner systems and controls, packaging machines, electronic scales, programmable logic controllers), etc. Responsible for repairing various facility equipment types (lift trucks, pumps, fans, air compressors, hydraulic equipment, HVAC), etc. Must be able to troubleshoot and repair PLC‑controlled equipment. Prepares, coordinates, and implements preventive maintenance. Completes installation and repair work from schematics and drawings. Capable of minor electrical installations. Responsible for quality and food safety tasks for their position. Requirements General mechanical skills consistent with 5 - 7 years experience in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing a plus). Advanced knowledge/training/certification in the following areas: General electrical including blueprint reading and schematics General plumbing involving installing, maintaining and repairing water, gas, and drainage systems General Welding including ARC, Oxyacetylene, torch Machining and Lathe operations PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) Knowledge of safe operating practices involved in the use of power tools, lock‑out/tag‑out programs and food safety. Experience with general category tools (hammers, pliers, grease guns, etc.). Knowledge of parts procurement and inventory processes to ensure uninterrupted operation of equipment and critical part replenishment. Starting payrate: $32.27/hour +$1.00 per hour for 3rd Shift differential. Benefits Offered Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, additional life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with match Six Paid Holidays per calendar year Paid Time Off (Vacation and FLEX PTO on an accrual rate) Paid Sick Leave in accordance with WA state law Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Additional Responsibilities and Qualifications Requires knowledge and skills in electrical, mechanical, and electronic applications acquired through 3-5 years of experience. Able to read and work from blueprints, drawings, work orders and electrical schematics. Requires the ability to troubleshoot and repair all types of equipment quickly and independently. Requires working at excessive heights. Required to wear non‑slip shoes and appropriate personal protective equipment. Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 100 lbs. Must be team oriented. Strong commitment to company values. Maintain preventive maintenance records. Report equipment conditions to Maintenance Supervisor. Assist to complete production by work in the line as instructed by Maintenance Supervisor. Maintain inventories of tools and supplies. Maintain shop area clean and organized. Perform any other duties as required by Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager. Maintain complete plant cleanliness. Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S preferred. Mechanical aptitude with demonstrated ability troubleshooting process related issues. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff and others contacted in the course of the work. Ability to think and work effectively under pressure and accurately complete tasks within established times. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadline. #J-18808-Ljbffr