Maintenance Set-Up Tech

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Safety, Maintenance, Mechanical and Electrical Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Quality and Food Safety, Teamwork and Communication, Continuous Improvement and Professional Development, Documentation and Standard Work, General Performance Expectations

Safety: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and their application throughout the plant, including proper handling and movement of equipment, tools, and materials. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and general plant rules. Properly wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including cut-resistant gloves, hard hats in production areas, safety glasses, and any additional task-specific protective equipment. Successfully complete all mandatory E.A. Sween quarterly safety training. Maintain a strong safety record and demonstrate safe work habits at all times.

Maintenance and Equipment Set-Up: Efficiently manage time and workload to support maintenance and production schedules. Set up equipment for upcoming production runs. Assist Maintenance Line and Support Technicians with preventative maintenance (PMs) and equipment repairs. Proactively support the Sanitation team by addressing maintenance-related issues. Maintain and organize tool carts, dies, and die carts. Repair and maintain equipment according to industry standards and established maintenance procedures. Collaborate with other departments to ensure equipment repairs and maintenance activities are completed in a timely manner.

Mechanical and Electrical Skills: Demonstrate basic mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting abilities, including proper use of basic hand tools, identifying and resolving mechanical issues, and performing basic mechanical repairs efficiently and effectively. Demonstrate basic electrical knowledge and troubleshooting abilities, including using a meter to identify voltage and perform basic electrical troubleshooting, replacing electrical components and performing simple wiring, and applying general electrical skills to support equipment maintenance.

Preventative Maintenance and Work Order Processes: Learn and perform preventative maintenance (PM) procedures on assigned equipment as directed by the Maintenance Planner. Follow established Maintenance Planning Processes, including using and helping validate PM Job Plans, creating and managing work orders in Asset Essentials, completing assigned PMs and all required maintenance documentation accurately and completely. Follow established parts management procedures, including understanding the storeroom layout and organization, following parts checkout procedures and expectations, and using Asset Essentials for parts lookup and related functions.

Quality and Food Safety: Understand and follow SQF Level 3 food safety and quality standards. Demonstrate an understanding of HACCP plans and applicable regulatory and customer requirements. Understand the responsibility of protecting food safety and product quality through proper GMP practices. Immediately report questionable product or potential food safety and quality concerns to Quality Assurance (QA), a Supervisor, or Quality Control (QC). Maintain compliance with all applicable food safety and quality requirements.

Teamwork and Communication: Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment. Work effectively with co-workers and cross-functional teams. Accept and follow work instructions while completing assigned requests and responsibilities. Provide input and feedback regarding departmental updates, work status, and process changes. Use Redzone to communicate effectively with co-workers and cross-functional teams. Complete other duties as assigned.

Continuous Improvement and Professional Development: Understand and support E.A. Sween's Continuous Improvement and LEAN principles, programs, and goals. Participate in cost-reduction projects and other LEAN initiatives. Participate in new equipment design and installation projects as needed. Participate in company-required or recommended training to develop and expand skills within the scope of the position. Demonstrate a willingness to learn new processes, equipment, and maintenance techniques.

Documentation and Standard Work: Demonstrate proficiency in established standard work processes and maintenance procedures. Complete all required production and departmental documentation accurately, thoroughly, and on time, including Preventative Maintenance (PM) records, work orders, and other required maintenance and production documentation. Ensure maintenance activities and repairs are properly documented in accordance with departmental expectations.

General Performance Expectations: Maintain satisfactory attendance and demonstrate accountability for assigned responsibilities. Consistently meet company expectations for safety, GMPs, food safety, and quality. Demonstrate initiative, dependability, and a commitment to supporting overall plant operations.

Required Qualifications: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook. Ability to independently manage time, prioritize tasks, and complete assigned work efficiently. Basic knowledge of fluid power systems and electrical principles, including the ability to use and interpret a multimeter. Basic understanding and proficiency in the use of hand tools, shop equipment, and power tools. Previous food manufacturing or food production experience is strongly preferred due to the food safety requirements of the work environment. Previous production experience required. Two years of Production Line Mechanic or Technician experience, or an equivalent technical degree or education, is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications: Welding experience. Experience with packaging and slicing equipment, including Multivac, labelers, Weber slicers, and Grote slicers. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Ability to occasionally lift 75 pounds or more. Ability to work in refrigerated production environments with temperatures below 45F for more than 50% of the work shift. Ability to work overtime as needed to support production and maintenance operations.