Reliability Technician I

Job Description

Job Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

At Horizon Organic, we’re growing a culture of passionate people driven to do good for the horizon we all share. We’re building the tomorrow we want to see. Every single day.

Joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a real difference. We offer diverse opportunities for career growth and development. Embark on a rewarding journey with us in shaping the future of organic dairy!

Two generations of families—and counting—have grown up on Horizon Organic® milk. From the start, as the leading organic milk producer in the U.S., Horizon has been committed to delivering innovative, nourishing dairy that growing families can rely on. In 2023, Horizon Organic became a brand of Platinum Equity. Today, Horizon works with more than 500 farmers across the U.S. to bring high-quality, certified organic milk to consumers. For more information on Horizon’s full portfolio of organic dairy products, visit Horizon.com.

Horizon Organic Benefits:

• Base Hourly Wage $36.06
• Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days
• PTO after 90 Days
• 401K with Company Match after 90 days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short / Long Term Disability
• Employee Discount Program

"This position is officially classified as “Reliability Technician I” under the collective bargaining agreement."

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Plans and schedules Maintenance Electronic Work Orders daily and meets the objectives of the plant regarding timely Repair/Installation and Maintenance of Plant Equipment. Conducts required Predictive Maintenance activities on a routine schedule to prevent unplanned breakdowns.

• Observe the daily manufacturing process and communicate and/or implement improvements to the operation
• Follow Horizon guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practices when performing the requirements of Reliability Technician
• Install, examine, inspect, maintain and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures PLC & PID controllers and pipe, and electrical systems
• Troubleshoot any mechanical or electrical problems using PLC, ladder diagrams, schematics, PID and or CMMS
• Cycle equipment or system to ensure safe and correct operation, to be able to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Set up and safely operate machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill press and milling machine to repair or fabricate parts as needed
• Maintain maintenance areas in a clean and orderly fashion; always keep work area clean.
• Operate a forklift and other heavy machinery whenever it is applicable
• Generates Preventive, Predictive and Corrective work orders from Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Closes wok orders in Maintenance Management System (CMMS) when tasks are completed. Adjusts work orders in relation to priority and effectively communicates the changes to the Maintenance Supervisor. Assist, if necessary, in preparation of the weekly maintenance work schedule in conjunction with the Maintenance Supervisor and Operations
• Provides insight on the scope of all corrective work orders and orders parts and materials to ensure the job is completed in a timely manner
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor & peers with accomplishing the tasks at hand in a timely manner
• Works with Operations and Maintenance Supervisor to identify areas of opportunity to schedule work during periods of downtime
• Participates in weekly, bi-weekly and monthly Predictive Maintenance functions
• Prepare reports for Maintenance Supervisor as necessary for compliance and budgetary requirements
• Assist with maintenance activities as needed but not limited to PM’s and repairs

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Electrical/Mechanical background necessary
• Apprenticeship program or technical background preferred
• Above average computer skills including MS Word & MS Excel
• 3-5 years of experience with computerized CMMS work order system preferred

• Preventative and Predictive Maintenance Procedures
• Work with vendors to insure price and availability for maintenance operations
• Proactively communicate with maintenance, operations and Plant Management in a cooperative and respectful manner to foster a collaborative and positive work environment
• Support of Management Objectives and Policies
• Willing and available to work overtime if requested or needed by the Maintenance Management Staff
• Work willingly with co-workers and the management team to achieve department and company goals
• Support co-workers and management in carrying out daily maintenance responsibilities

Job Specifications:

This section identifies the minimum job specifications required to perform the job.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Multi-craft/multi-skilled with expertise in electrical, electrical controls, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics and fabrication
• Working and practical knowledge of plant utility systems, (including boiler systems, compressed air systems, water filtration, waste water treatment) R134A Refrigeration systems is a plus
• Basic knowledge of minor estimating, scheduling, planning, and budgeting
• Working knowledge of PLC’s, VFD’s, Servo’s and plant automation systems
• Working knowledge of National, State, Local building codes, OSHA and standard industry safety rules/regulations
• Previous experience with industrial controls using Allen Bradley control platforms, Motor Controls (Servo and VFD) a definite plus
• Ability to work various shifts

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety rules, mechanical and electrical drawings, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to fill out routine reports, correspondence documents and to speak effectively when conveying information to other employees. Should have good oral/written communication skills and possess tact.

Computer Skills

• Working knowledge of computer system input, retrieval and use or the ability to learn in a reasonable training period.
• Software including: Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply all units of measure, using whole numbers,

common fractions and decimals.

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, percentages and generate and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions,

proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee and equipment safety.

Materials and Equipment Directly Used:

• Shop tools and equipment including: power hand tools, fabrication equipment etc.
• Measuring instruments including: calipers, micrometers etc.
• Analytical instruments including: multi meters, oscilloscopes etc.
• Powered Industrial Vehicles including forklifts, aerial lifts, floor scrubbers, etc.
• Office machinery including: computers, printers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, etc.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; taste and/or smell

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10-20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25-40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

DISCLAIMER : The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Horizon Organic Dairy LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, genetic testing information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military service, status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by state, federal or local law. All employment practices and personnel actions, including hiring, termination, job assignment, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training are made without regard to any status protected under applicable law. It is our policy to select the most qualified person for each position in the organization, whether that is a new hire, a transfer to another position, or a promotion.

This policy applies to all persons involved in the operation of Horizon Organic Dairy LLC, including, but not limited to, employees, vendors, customers and their employees, contract and temporary workers and anyone else on the Company’s property.