Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description

We want to hire people who care about what they do! At  Central Life Sciences , we are proud to supply animal healthcare products throughout the United States.  Quality is a big deal and we can’t build a quality product without employees who work safely, show up every day and are committed to building a quality product.  If that’s who you are, then we want you on our team. We are searching for a Maintenance Technician in our Council Bluffs, IA facility, 1302 Lew Ross Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51501.  The Maintenance Technician contributes to quality, reliability and production schedule by maintaining and repairing the manufacturing equipment.   

Location: 1302 Lew Ross Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51501   

Shift: Monday-Thursday, 10 hour/day, with overtime   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Answers and responds to calls for assistance from production lines and fellow maintenance technicians.
• Complete preventive maintenance requirements to ensure reliability of production machinery such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.  Employee must be able to utilize diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications to troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Proficiently utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System to track and perform assigned tasks.  Further the utilization of the CMMS by adding, clarifying, and updating PMs and system information.
• Calls upon engineering or OEM resources to solve equipment breakdown or malfunction issues.
• Works well with limited supervision and seeks out work when not actively engaged in assigned tasks.
• Locates root causes of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Safely disassembles, repairs, or replaces defective machine components, and ensures that repairs are complete, and the machinery is functioning properly.  Determines changes in dimensional requirements of equipment components by inspecting parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments with appropriate tools.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance and machine operation information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and establishing personal networks.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team efforts by problem-solving and completing tasks on large, fast-tracked, or difficult opportunities.
• The employee must possess a positive work ethic and a desire to contribute to our overall success by being an active and collaborative contributor. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical School, Apprentice Program preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting as a Maintenance Technician preferred
• Electrical experience with a multi-meter desired.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Lifting 75 pounds occasionally.
• Required to engage in activities that are consistent with a maintenance position, including using hand tools, power tools and other devices that require care to avoid injury to self and others.
• Capable of performing troubleshooting on a wide range of equipment including extruders, packaging machines, injection molders, blenders, etc.
• Familiar with common troubleshooting tools

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Production floor
• May be required to operate on or around heavy equipment such as forklifts, scissor lift or large moving machinery
• Must be able to be respirator trained for Half and Full-Face respirators
• Confined space entry will be required on an infrequent basis.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit  to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.