Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Looking to expand your maintenance experience? We are looking for qualified, experienced maintenance technicians to help us with our repairs and PMs of our Tetra-Pak equipment. This position will be responsible for improving the overall operating functions of the manufacturing machines to achieve the desired goals. This will include preventative maintenance programs, machine upgrades to enable difficult production orders to be more efficient, diagnostic/troubleshooting ability to resolve downtime and quality issues, and overall machine efficiency improvements.

2nd shift - Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm, weekends and overtime as needed

3rd shift - Monday-Friday 10pm-6:30am, weekends and overtime as needed

Weekend Days - Saturday-Monday 6am-6:30pm, overtime and weekdays as needed

Weekend Nights - Saturday-Monday 6pm-6:30am, overtime and weekdays as needed

10% shift differential for 2nd, 3rd, and weekend nights hours

$2/hr extra when working Saturdays and Sundays

What you'll do:

• Execute troubleshooting and preventive maintenance activities on Tetra Pak systems.
• Provide technical guidance for setups, PMs, and root cause analysis of electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Proactively monitor and maintain:
  • Tetra Pak Filler A3 Compact Flex
  • Tetra Pak Filler A3 Flex
  • Straw Applicator SA 30
  • Cap Applicator Cap 30 Flex
  • Cardboard Packer CBP 32 Electric Servo
  • Accumulator ACHX 30
  • Homogenizer M300
• Take calls at Blending and Processing as needed.
• Configure and tune PID control loops in process applications.
• Commission new instrumentation, equipment, and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement system improvements that enhance safety, reliability, and competitiveness.
• Train and coach other plant maintenance staff on Tetra Pak equipment and control systems.
• Support Clean-In-Place (CIP), aseptic integrity, fluid flow systems, and utility controls
• Performs other duties within the department as may be assigned

Requirements

• Ability to direct and motivate other team members to complete specific tasks
• Analytical skills and advanced electrical/mechanical problem-solving skills and the ability to give technical guidance to other team members.
• Experience in machine modifications and rebuilds
• Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision.
• Flexible work schedule and the ability to work other shifts as needed and to work overtime and weekends.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Able to obtain Forklift/Scissor lift license
• Experience with a multimeter a must
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to ensure understanding of safety instructions, work procedures, policies, and communications essential to job performance for this role.
• Must be comfortable lifting 50+ lbs
• Must be able to complete and pass required Ramsey test

Education, etc.

• Requires a high school diploma/GED
• Technical College/University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or related fieldor 5+ years of equivalent experience.
• Experienced in troubleshooting basic electrical that includes but is not limited to 24VDC, 480VAC, Proximity Sensors, Motor Controls, VFD's, etc.
• Expertise with listed Tetra Pak equipment in aseptic beverage industry.
• Familiarity with HMI (PanelView Plus), servo systems (Kinetix 6000), and AC drives (Powerflex 4, 7, 525).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with analog instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature), digital I/O, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to discuss technical issues in a business environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to work from 2:00 pm central time to 10:30 pm central time or 10:00 pm central time to 6:30 am central time.
• Willing and able to occasionally work and be on call during off hours.