Maintenance Technician – 1st shift Job Description

Maintenance Technician – 1st shift Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Maintenance Technician – 1st shift to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Performs other related duties as assigned;
  • Willing to function as a team member toward the achievement of this company’s goals and objectives;
  • Must be capable of adjusting components to obtain and maintain proper performance based on manufacturer and company guidelines;
  • Ensures machinery operates efficiently and effectively to meet productivity requirements;
  • Manages all required paperwork and records and prepares documentation (forms, reports, etc.) when needed;
  • Complete work orders and document activities;
  • Maintain a clean work area and practice good housekeeping on a regular basis;
  • Actively participate in repairing and communicating safety hazards;
  • Respond to all emergency line calls quickly and cooperatively;
  • Perform basic mechanical and electrical maintenance repairs;
  • Assist in maintaining an environment that ensures employee and food safety;
  • Follows all safety policies and procedures;
  • Complete preventative maintenance tasks assisted by the supervisor;
  • Setup and operate various power tools and equipment;
  • Responsible for maintaining and servicing production equipment.

Requirements:

  • Strong mechanical skills;
  • Hydraulic/pneumatic;
  • Troubleshooting Laser, plasma preferred;
  • A self-starter who requires little to no supervision;
  • Troubleshooting Overhead Crane;
  • Strong Mechanical knowledge; Basic Electrical knowledge (must be able to read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints);
  • PLC experience;
  • Basic PLC knowledge would be a plus;
  • Good time management skills;
  • Strong analytical and creative thinking skills;
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering preferred;
  • Proven troubleshooting and maintenance experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, heating and PLC;
  • Proficient PC skills including MS Office programs;
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external customers;
  • 5-7 years of Industrial engineering experience required, 2 to 3 years experience in a food industry preferred.