Maintenance Tech

Maintenance TechnicianIFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. This role is based in Clackamas, OR. Be part of IFF Health & Biosciences team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. We believe that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the individual nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.WHERE YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCESHIFT: 1pm – 9:30pm, Monday - Friday*This shift will also receive an additional $1.00 per hour shift differential**Please note that this position supports a team and could exceed 40 hours per week per business needsThe Maintenance Technician maintains all company encapsulation and packaging equipment in optimal working order. Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, responsible for performing a variety of tasks to install, set-up, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production equipment. Participate in installation, upgrade and maintenance of facility all according to safety and maintenance standards and processes to accomplish goals and objectives. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Ability to be at the physical location of the job at the designated shift assigned.Ability to be in On-Call Status, and/or work 6-7 day work week based off maintenance and production needs.Perform scheduled and emergency repairs on plant utilities and equipment.Troubleshoot all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and electronic systems using test instruments when necessaryAssist production until daily schedule is completeWork as a team with operatorsContact vendors on price, availability and purchase or parts and suppliesInstall new equipmentAnswer questions regarding operation of systems and equipment for entire facilityAssist with and prepare machinery setup for scheduled production runsMake necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and qualityProvide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production. Diagnose and prioritize problems, replace or repair parts, test and adjustment as required to return machinery to service.Perform prioritized and scheduled maintenance repairs.Understand production systems and machinery thoroughly, diagnose sources of failure or downtime, identify and correct to avoid unnecessary or repeated downtime. Anticipate wear and/or downtime through routine observation and operator feedback.Understand basic facilities and infrastructure (chillers, boilers, plumbing, electrical, HVAC) requirements and operating conditions, perform preventative maintenance as scheduled, repair unscheduled interruptions as needed to return systems to service and minimize operations downtime.Other duties as assignedMust be able to successfully pass all job-related tests and certifications required for working in a cGMP, quality environment including but not limited to: inspections and GMP requirements to perform essential functions of the job. Must re-qualify every year on all job-related tests and certifications as job or qualifications requireWHAT MAKES YOU THE RIGHT FITPreferred high school Diploma/GEDMinimum Technical classes relating to jobMinimum 4-5 years mechanical experienceValid Driver's License – ability to drive and pick up partsPreferred Forklift CertificationPass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background checkExperience with FDA/cGMP compliance is preferredA legal right to work in the United StatesMust pass a drug screen and a background check in accordance with HWP standards.HOW YOU STAND OUTClear focus on High Quality ProductionWorks well Independently and in a Team settingGood communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.Positive DemeanorDependable, exemplifying this through attendance and job dutiesConstantly seeking better processes and challenging status quo: Continuous ImprovementWe are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.