Maintenance Repair Technician

Maintenance Repair Technician

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a globally recognized organization in animal health and nutrition. We manufacture and market medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. Our mission is to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

The Maintenance Repair Technician is an integral part of our Maintenance team based out of our US - Chicago Heights, IL site. Hourly rate range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00.

Position Details

The position will be responsible for the safe and overall efficient operation of the production line equipment, tow motors, and facilities.

• Performing preventive maintenance, repairs, improvements, and modifications to production, utility, and facility equipment including but not limited to: fermenters, drying equipment, baggers, palletizers, pumps, air compressors, boilers, and other mechanical equipment.
• Providing training with respect to the maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems in compliance with company standards, procedures, and government regulations (SOPs, GMPs, GLPs, PSM, etc).
• Serving as maintenance advisor to provide input to projects in areas of equipment design, parts and material selection, documentation, testing, problem solving, maintenance requirements, project scope, and follow-up.
• Assisting with priority assessment and decision making as it relates to troubleshooting and diagnostics of equipment operations.
• Working closely with operations to determine root cause and establish proper corrective actions.
• Conducting assembly, repair, and proactive maintenance for packaging, fermentation, utility, and facility equipment and systems in a cost-effective manner.
• Proactively reviewing equipment operation to determine any deficiencies or improvements to aid with increasing OEE.
• Reading and understanding drawings / blueprints, utilizing this knowledge for the installation / repair of new and existing equipment.
• Use of precision measuring devices and the ability to use machinist's shop tools.

Key Competencies

Attendance and Punctuality, Collaborative, Delivering High Quality Work, Following Policies and Procedures, Initiative and Responsibility, Managing Time, Performing Physical or Mechanical Tasks, Prioritizing and Organizing Work, Working Safely

Skills

Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements. Proven ability to coordinate many activities and multi-task. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. General maintenance skills. Able to satisfactorily complete all safety related training required to execute job functions. Technical skills requirements include a valid driver's license, a good understanding of the pharmaceutical/bio-technology industry, and demonstrated knowledge in relevant technical areas. Solid understanding of GMP manufacturing processes, equipment and facilities. Cognizance of the state-of-the-art technology in the industry to ensure the company utilizes current technology. Good communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to interact with all levels of the Phibro organization. Position requires daily or frequent interaction with Engineering Director, Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Production Management and Supervision, Engineers, Quality Operations, Maintenance Technicians, Production Operators, Contractors, and Vendors. Willingness to assist other technicians with work tasks as needed; a solid team player. Can analyze problems and provide support in determining appropriate corrective and preventative actions, with minimal assistance. Capable of simultaneously managing multiple assignments. Prioritizes own work. Flexible and responsive to changes. Computer proficiency with email; internet/online training; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

Education & Experience

Journeyman Certificate with 3 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment or a Technical/Vocational School diploma with 5 8 years of machine repair or machinist related work experience.

Physical Requirements

Reach upward, Required to bend occasionally, Required to climb occasionally, Required to lift or carry 21 to 50 lbs, Required to squat or kneel frequently, Required to talk or hear constantly, Required to use hands constantly

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition Division: Animal Health & Nutrition Department: Maintenance Location: US - Chicago Heights, IL Work Schedule: 2nd Shift