2nd shift Industrial Equipment Technician

Title: 2nd shift Industrial Equipment Technician Location: Omaha, NE Shift: 2nd shift M-TH 4 pm - 2:00 am, Fri as needed ($1 differential for 2nd shift) $2500 Sign on Bonus offered for 2nd shift see pay out schedule below. Work 4 days a week/10 hours per day 3 weeks of PTO (pro-rated in the first year.) Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $250) and steel-toed shoes (up to $75) Compana Pet Brands is a global leader in pet care and nutrition dedicated to enriching the lives of pets and their families today and for generations to come. A career at Compana Pet Brands is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to work with a team of diverse, creative pet lovers who understand that pets are part of the family and, just like family, they always come first! Just as each of our brands brings its own personality to our product portfolio, each Compana employee brings his or her own unique set of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds to our business. A passion for pets drives us, our purpose unites us, striving for excellence energizes us, and a high performance defines us. We are actively seeking an Industrial Equipment Technician to join our growing organization and help us Nurture What You Love! Responsibilities Helping to sustain/improve plant operating performance. Identify root causes of equipment downtime or delay. Follow a structured, cost-effective approach to problem solving. Operating and maintaining the CMMS in an effective and productive manner. Assisting with fabrication, modification and installation of production equipment. Maintaining equipment and vehicles in safe working order. Recording issues, parts used, and labor hours accumulated to complete task or assignment. Assisting production supervisors with educating employees about effective equipment operation and avoidance of injuries and equipment damage. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; college or trade-related accreditation preferred. 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment. Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred. Experience with automated packaging systems that use PLC's, HMI and Variable Frequency Drives preferred. Able to operate and maintain certification on forklift. Able to bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, walk across uneven surfaces, climb ladders and stairs, work at heights over 20 feet, lift up to 75 pounds (some overhead lifting), and stand for long periods. Work hour flexibility (occasional work during off-shift and weekends, per business need). Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English is required. Benefits A growing team making a difference in the lives of pets and pet families. Great work/life balance with generous PTO, paid holidays and more! Differential pay for 2nd shift. A generous Employee Referral program. A comprehensive health insurance plan including medical, dental, vision as well as life insurance, long and short term disability benefits. Retirement benefits. Employee Assistance program to support you well being. Opportunity to enroll in voluntary pet insurance and access to free 24/7 veterinary telehelp line. Join our team and help transform the lives of millions of families every year, one pet at a time. Disclaimers This description is representative only and is not exhaustive of the tasks this position may be required to perform. Compana Pet Brands takes into consideration a candidate's education, training and experience when determining the salary level for potential new employees. Sign on bonus pay out schedule: $750 after 90 days, $750 after 120 days, $1000 after 180 days #J-18808-Ljbffr