Maintenance Technician I

Job Description Maintenance Technician Reno, NV Compensation Includes Starting Pay Rate of $29.84/hour Available Shift Day Shift: 6am - 6pm Overview The Maintenance Technician has the primary responsibility of mechanical and electrical machine service and repair on industrial equipment. This position also acts as a technical resource for all processing equipment. This position reports to the respective plant Maintenance Manager and takes direction from the Shift Manager in the absence of the Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Technician will maintain a clean and safe work environment in the maintenance work areas. Ensure food safe lubricants and non-food safe lubricants are used appropriately. Considers food safety and consumer safety while performing work. Participates in GMP and food safety training. Follows GMP policy. Reports all food safety concerns with urgency. Performs all other duties or tasks as required by supervision. Responsibilities Perform installations and debug new equipment Maintain, overhaul & repair various types of equipment, systems, components, etc. Preventative Maintenance on all industrial machinery Troubleshoot and modify any/all industrial machinery Ability to provide concise reports using SAP programs, and related forms Assist with equipment retrofits/upgrades Understanding of common mechanical principles, electrical and electronic theory Performs all work in accordance with established OSHA, EPA and safety regulations Building maintenance & repair Maintain a neat and orderly maintenance shop Perform food safety review when work order is completed Maintain separated storage of food safe and non-food safe lubricants and ensure proper use in the machines Qualifications Must have a High School Diploma or GED Possess basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills Must be a team player with a “can do” attitude Must be able to think on your feet, work with limited supervision and make sound decisions Solid knowledge of company policies and the ability to hold people accountable Good organization, writing and verbal skills Ability to work on multiple projects and work the necessary times to accomplish goals Capable of communicating with all levels of internal and external customers Capable of working in hot environment and in areas where inks and lubricants are used Must be capable of standing for long periods of time Must have good communication skills and basic computer and math skills Must be able to read basic English Regularly required to stand, sit, move about facility, climb stairs, bend, twist, kneel, crouch or crawl, use hands and fingers to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools and controls, grasp, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, lift above shoulder level. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Company Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Training and Development We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr