2nd Shift Maintenance Technicians

Personnel in this position must continuously demonstrate the mechanical and electrical skills necessary to maintain highest possible plant operating efficiencies

Analyze, troubleshoot, and maintain all plant equipment and systems in order to repair or rebuild for efficient plant operations

Rebuild or repair plant vacuum pumps, gearboxes, valves, steam regulating valves, pneumatic cylinder controls, and all other types of pumps in plant operations

Repair forklifts and other material handling equipment

Effectively perform maintenance and P.M. on plant CIP systems, AZO systems, mixing/dryer systems, chemical injection systems, air compressors, boiler systems, city water systems, ammonia systems, packaging, & handling equipment

Effectively perform industrial electrical testing and trouble shooting in areas such as: 4-20 milliamps, 12/24/48/120/240/480-volt circuits, pressure/selector switches, float switches, relays, changing of high voltage and control components of various plant motors

Repair and maintain all types of packaging systems, pressure systems, boiler equipment, process systems, and fixtures used in the operations – all in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and/or SensoryEffects® Inc. standards and directions

Observe equipment in operations, evaluate performance issues, and make informed decisions on repair/replacement

Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled – utilizing internal systems and procedures and/or equipment specifications

Fabricate equipment, following piping/equipment diagrams and equipment specifications

Obtain and maintain the required knowledge from manufacturer/equipment manuals and other resources required to complete maintenance tasks

Maintain all tools, equipment and work areas in an orderly and neat condition – free of all removable dirt and waste

Take all necessary measures to work in a safe and professional manner

Assist the Engineering/Maintenance personnel on internal plant projects and system installations

Perform all other duties as assigned or directed by management/supervision

Must be able to work with minimum supervision

Perform accurate calibrations on all required equipment including PLCs, valves, sensors, etc.

Continuous physical activity through the work day such as climbing, balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, hearing, talking, repetitive motion and moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs., routine climbing of stairs

Operates various equipment such as computers, drafting equipment and instruments involving scientific meters and measuring devices

Must be able to distinguish colors

Regularly performs tasks in a plant environment, periodically with temperatures and noise above ambient level, proximity to high speed moving mechanical parts, and exposure to chemicals that are constantly monitored

Will be required to wear appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, respirators, gloves and other protective equipment as required

May be required at times to work in confined spaces

Exposure to wet, slippery floors from ingredients and water solutions and live steam and steam heated water

Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.

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