Technician Maintenance 2-2-3 Schedule Days

Technician Maintenance 2-2-3 Schedule Days

Location: Denmark, WI, US, 54208

Position Overview: Performs diverse mechanical maintenance activities and basic electrical activities to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive maintenance systems and processes to support the company operations, maintaining compliance with all safety, food safety, quality, SQF, GMP and USDA requirements. 6am-6pm 2-2-3 schedule This position is located at our Woodrow Facility in Denmark, WI.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain production machines and components and the facility's equipment, performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic trouble shooting and maintenance repairs as needed.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production to minimize down time, diagnosing problems, replacing or repairing parts, testing and making adjustments.
• Perform regular scheduled Preventive Maintenance on machines, equipment, components, and plant facilities.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work requests to perform required maintenance and service.
• Perform basic machinist and welding duties as needs dictate.
• Complete periodic checks and make adjustments to the boiler and ammonia systems.
• Monitor the pump systems; adjust pH, check drives and switches.
• Check forklift and lift batteries; check water levels in batteries and adjust as needed.
• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
• Monitor the HVAC system; complete preventive maintenance, change filters, clean coils as needed.
• Check air compressors and vacuum compressors.
• Maintain facility plumbing for restrooms and kitchen/lunch room areas.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required without fail.
• Comply with all safety rules and regulations per established company policies.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education: This position typically requires a high school diploma/GED. An Associate's degree in Mechanical Technology, Electro-mechanical Technology or related field is preferred, or completion of a craft apprenticeship.

Experience: If non-degreed, an equivalent number of years of training and production maintenance experience are required. A minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is required, preferably in a USDA-regulated environment, and with broad hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical and industrial skills application. PLC, boiler, ammonia refrigeration system, and HVAC experience is preferred. Previous exposure to power systems, AC frequency drives, gearboxes, chain and belt drives, and pumps is also preferred.

Skills:

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and with changing environmental conditions.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have demonstrated mechanical and electrical knowledge and repair abilities, and be able to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Must be forklift certified, or have the ability to achieve certification upon placement in the position.

Communication Skills: Must possess good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Computer Skills: Must have basic computer proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook. Previous experience with AutoCAD or Sold Works for generating and/or editing schematics and mechanical drawings is preferred.

Mathematical Skills: Must have basic math skills.

Reasoning Ability: Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form. Must possess strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the partner is frequently required to stand for extended periods; walk; sit and talk or hear. The partner is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, with repetitive motions of hands, arms and shoulders. The partner must regularly lift up to 50 lbs and periodically lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment: There is a wide variation of temperatures ranging from 35 F to 100 F in the various work areas. The work environment is wet and slippery most times, and the noise level in the production work environment is usually loud. Maintenance Partners are required to wear frocks, hairnets, hearing protection, and EH-rated composite toed slip-resistant footwear at all times on the production floor. Gloves, goggles, and face shield may be required at different times in the course of the work being performed.

Benefits and Compensation: Full-time Partners at Salm have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support their well-being and future. This includes a 401(k) with a company match, health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as an optional Health Savings Account (HSA). Salm also provides company-paid short-term disability and life insurance policies. Full-time Partners enjoy paid time off (PTO) and the opportunity to grow within a values-driven and team-focused environment. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and position.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. Salm Partners is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.