TMC Industrial Maintenance Canning Technician

Industrial Maintenance Canning Technician

The Industrial Maintenance Canning Line Technician will be the subject matter expert for the canning operation. This includes setup, running, troubleshooting and PMs of the canning line consisting of the following. Boiler startup, pre heat startup of blanchers, shakers, slicers, filling machine, cappers and proper lid seal. Scales, de palletizers, Sterilmatic and Rotomat machines, cooling screws, label machines and box case erectors. This position will also be required to do the functions of a technician job duty.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Safety and Compliance:
• Adhere to safety standards and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards in the workplace and report findings to management.
• Stay informed about the industry's best practices and compliance requirements.
• Equipment Maintenance:
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Perform repairs on various types of equipment, including conveyors, motors, pumps, including preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to learn how to start up and shut down the Ammonia system and boilers.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and change motors.
• Familiar with Variable frequency drive (VFD's) is a plus.
• Installation:
• Assist in the installation of new equipment and machinery, ensuring proper setup and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineers and other technicians during equipment upgrades or replacements.
• Documentation:
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work performed.
• Update maintenance logs and inventory for parts and supplies.
• Generate reports on equipment performance and maintenance trends.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with production teams to minimize downtime and resolve equipment issues promptly.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding maintenance needs and scheduling.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting upgrades to current processes and maintenance protocols.
• Stay updated with new technologies and techniques in industrial maintenance.

Required Skills/Abilities:

This position may involve working in noisy or hazardous environments, requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Occasional overtime or emergency response may be required, including off-shift and weekend work. During peak season will require 6 days per week.

Job Demands:

NOTE: The following job demands represent the basic knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary to perform this job successfully. The job duties found below are not the only tasks required for the job. You may be assigned other duties and tasks as well. A candidate for this position must be able to meet the minimum demands as listed below and sign the affirmation below indicating the same.

Physical Demands:

Always required to see with or without corrective lenses. Always required to sit, stand or walk. Frequently required to utilize fine motor coordination in hands and arms. Regularly required to climb stairs. Occasionally required to balance, stoop or crouch. Ability to lift 50 pounds, stack/unstack or carry, stand and/or stoop for prolonged periods of time in a hot and cold environment.

Work Environment:

Occasionally exposed to a variety of temperatures, weather conditions, and sound levels. Occasionally exposed to hazardous conditions requiring personal protective equipment. Regularly required to participate in Planning Meetings, Maintenance Staff Meetings and General Staff Meetings.

Cognitive Skills:

Always required to think, evaluate, and make decisions. Always required to speak and comprehend English, Spanish or both. Regularly required to compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, compile and negotiate. Regularly required to plan and strategize. Always required to act professionally. Always required to treat others respectfully.

Job Description Affirmation:

I,, confirm that I am able and willing to perform successfully the essential duties set forth in the attached job description as, with or without reasonable accommodations. If I have noted that I will need reasonable accommodation, they will be as follows:

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