Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet® and Science Diet®. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food. Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods. We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life. A career at Hill's Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the effective operation, repair and changeovers of production equipment. The role also works with others to achieve factory business objectives of safety, equipment reliability, productivity, customer service, quality, cost and environmental protection. The primary accountabilities of the role include safety compliance, attaining high equipment reliability and uptime, equipment maintenance procedures, data collection, housekeeping, problem solving and continuous improvement as part of a work team. The primary accountabilities of the role include troubleshoot, repair, and preventative maintenance as required to ensure equipment reliability; assist with root cause analysis to identify reasons for failures and breakdowns; review electrical and pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair and project work; and will work closely with the operators to support production and transfer skills to Operation Technicians.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repair and preventive maintenance (PM) as required to ensure equipment reliability.
• Complete work orders as scheduled and documented in SAP in a timely manner.
• Reviews equipment instructions, blueprints, electrical, and pneumatic schematics to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or re-engineering of parts or subassemblies.
• Assists Operations and Engineering teams with root cause analysis to identify reasons for equipment failures and breakdowns.
• Records test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and makes recommendations for changes in product or test method.
• Fabricates machine parts as needed.
• Works with teams and focus resources, planner scheduler and assures correct PM's are in SAP.
• Helps maintain spare parts inventory and restocking inventory for the plant as needed.
• Audits work order completion and effectiveness.
• Trains and assists in the changeovers of automated equipment.
• Accurately and fully completes all regulatory and compliance related documentation and procedures.
• Participates in structured group or team activities related to line/area performance improvement e.g. autonomous maintenance (AM), housekeeping, problem solving etc.
• Works with operators to support production and transfer skills to Operation technicians.
• Understand and comply with Hill's policies, safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety. Identify and report Food Safety issues to management.

Education/ Experience Requirements

Basic qualifications include:

• 1+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant or an Associate's Degree in a related field
• 3+ years manufacturing experience
• Practical knowledge of basic maintenance shop equipment
• Problem assessment, problem solving and basic math skills
• Intermediate computer skills in Google suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Excel

Preferred qualifications include:

• Technical certificate in an industrial related field
• 1+ years manufacturing or similar experience with an emphasis in industrial maintenance, mechanics and electronics
• Experience using electronic maintenance work order systems
• Previous SAP experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Previous similar manufacturing experience (food, pet food, pharmaceuticals)
• Ability to work an off-shift work schedule that includes weekends.

Expected Areas of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work on weekends. Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, maintain and repair operating equipment during production and breakdowns. Review blueprints, project instructions, electrical & pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair or project work. Utilize maintenance shop equipment to include drill press, lathe, mill, welding, etc.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to bend, climb, crawl, and work in confined spaces, and work in hazardous condition spaces for up to twelve hours per day. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions with temperature ranges from cold to hot and humid Ability to use hazardous materials Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on continual basis Complete tasks that require working with hands overhead Use a stand-up or sit-down forklift, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day Type, using a computer keyboard, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day Walk unlimited distances each day. Frequently walk up and down multiple levels of steps, multiple times a day, up to 8.5 levels - carrying tool bag, materials, or other supplies that weigh 25 lbs on average Occasionally climb ladders or ledges, with tie-off equipment when required Frequently bend at waist 90 degrees and flex at knees 120 degrees Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing, eye, foot and dust protection. Frequently perform tasks in an environment that contains significant levels of dust Perceive visual and audible alarms and telephones while wearing hearing protection Receive and transmit information in person and by telephone communications

Leadership Competencies

Teamwork and Collaboration Effective Execution Analysis / Decision Making Functional Competencies Managing Production Continuous Improvement Cross-Functional Competencies EHS and Quality Leadership Supply Chain Systems and Analysis Cross Organizational Collaboration Managing with Respect Competencies Communicate Effectively Promotes Teamwork Sets the Example Working Relationships (Key partnerships and reporting relationships)

Does this position supervise: No

Maintenance Planner On Shift Operations Technicians Maintenance OTRs Team Leaders Area Leaders

Travel Requirements Expected percentage of travel: Up to 5%

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $31.50 - $ USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation. For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.