Maintenance Tech

Job Description:

JOB PURPOSE:

Supports the manufacturing facilities in all areas of the manufacturing process. Maintains the highest levels of productivity, efficiency, safety, quality, and sanitation_._Form, fabricates and assembles components for experimental projects, and repairs andmodifiesexisting machines/equipment/ facilities to ensure reliable, consistent operation according to directions,specifications,and approval of supervision.

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Form and fabricate parts and components working from graphic,writtenor verbal directions. Use machine tools, electricequipmentand instruments working with various metals and other materials within prescribed tolerances. Analyze malfunctioning machines and systems (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, etc.), recommend correctiveactionand make repairs or modifications as approved by the Maintenance Supervisor. Maintaina working understanding of plant production process equipment,systems,and facilities to perform maintenance effectively under general direction. Work in cooperation with all other Departments tomaintaina safe environment for food production and workers. Shares responsibility with all team members for meeting or exceeding all Quality, Safety, Sanitation, Environmental, andGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)standards. Functions as a resource to troubleshoot processing problems ona timelybasis. Responsible for equipment and facility repairs/improvements to ensure a safe and productive environment. Responsible forestablishingand maintaining preventive maintenance schedules. Ensuresall process lines, equipment, and systems are fully operational andmaintained. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned bySupervisor. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (To perform this job successfully,anindividual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired). Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: One year experience in manufacturing environment preferred Technical: Demonstrated ability to efficiently operate all plant equipment, including but not limitedtoelectronic instruments, welders, torches, lathes, saws, grinders, basic hand tools, belt lacers rotary hammers, drills, threaders, computers, presses, benders, plasma cutter, trucks, drain reamers, pumps communication equipment, forklifts, manlifts and HVAC equipment. Ability to perform basic machine setups. Troubleshootingexpertise, and the ability to teach others. Ability to work with materials such as metals, plastics, piping, wiring, concrete, machine components, lubricants, solvents, fittings, fasteners, power transmission equipment, belting, steam, and compressed air. Basic computer skills (email, CMMS) Completion of MaintenanceTech ITraining. Communication: Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely (verbally and written) Ability to explain, teach, and coach processes, procedures, and concepts. Ability to provide constructive andtimelyfeedback. Problem Solving Ability to detect problems and opportunities early. Ability toidentifyand gather relevant information toidentifyunderlying issues. Ability to solve problems based oninformationand logical assumptions, considering resources, constraints, and organizational value. Ability to analyze data to recognize trends and cause-effect relationships. PHYSICALDEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.The phrases “occasionally,” “regularly,” and “frequently” correspond to the following definitions: “occasionally” means up to 25% of working time, “regularly” means between 26 and 75% of working time, and “frequently” means 76% and more of workingtime.) While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totalk or hear, walk, and move from place to place.The employeeis occasionally required tosit, use foot/feet tooperatemachine, stoop, kneel,crouchor crawl or reach above shoulders.The employee isfrequentlyrequired to stand and use hands tofinger,handle,or touch. The employee must exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 25 to 50 pounds of forcefrequently, and / or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORKENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representativeofthose anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions). The employee may befrequentlyexposed to allergens and/or airborne particles in the production area.Production employees are exposed to temperatures ranging from 50 to 115 degrees, depending on the season and workstation, and may be working near moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions may occur. The noise level in the work environment may be loud while production equipment is running. Personal Protection Equipment (including boots, gloves, safety glasses, and/or face shields) isrequiredduring various processes in the production area.Ear plugs and bump caps are alwaysrequiredin the production area. The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation. Alphia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alphia