Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Location: Grand Rapids – H1, 3061 Shaffer Avenue, Kentwood, Michigan, United States of America Job Summary The Maintenance Technician performs highly diversified duties including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting, and repair of machines, equipment and plant facilities. This includes scheduled, unscheduled or emergency repairs. Perform regular preventive maintenance which also includes maintaining supporting documentation for the PM’s. Shift Schedule 1st Shift: 6:50 PM to 3:00 PM – (Monday through Friday + Every other Weekend) Benefits Health/dental/vision insurance Flex spending accounts Short & long‑term disability Paid holidays and vacation Bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.) Job Duties and Responsibilities Conduct maintenance according to skill level and pursuant to safety policies and procedures. Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments. Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report unusual situations to the maintenance manager. Utilize Microsoft Office and work order systems (EAM). Perform work in a safe manner and use Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) at all times. Perform other duties as assigned. Technician Level II Experience with basic PLCs who can troubleshoot electrical systems (starters, fuses, contacts, relays), experience with compressor systems, air cylinders, sensors, hydraulic systems (pumps, valves, pressure cylinders). Building maintenance (small installations, light fixtures, plumbing, boilers). Technician Level III Experience with advanced electrical (resolving electrical issues, reading and writing electrical diagrams, reading mechanical blueprints, building small panels). Must have PLCs (check inputs, outputs, understand ladder diagrams, basic drive programming – Powerflex525). Basic machining, fabricating, welding. Understand thermocouple operation & tuning. Minimum Qualifications Has completed or is working on a 2‑year trades degree and/or 4 years of plant maintenance experience. High school diploma or equivalent. Must be 18 years of age. Able to read, write and speak English. Bilingual capabilities are a plus. Able to communicate and take direction from Maintenance Manager and communicate effectively with line workers, leads, supervisors and Plant Manager. Legible record‑keeping and data entry skills. Must be highly motivated, flexible and have creative problem‑solving abilities. Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Welding and fabrication, full understanding of 3‑phase electrical, three‑phase motor controls. Troubleshoot control systems inputs & outputs. Work Environment and Physical Requirements Manufacturing environment – exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures. Depending on the location, environments can be very warm or refrigerated. Team environment – must be able to work well with others and communicate in a respectful and professional manner. Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. May be required to work weekend and night hours to fill in as needed. Ability to work in high temperatures up to 120degrees for short periods of time. Sponsorship Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply. Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr