Maintenance Tech -3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setup, repair, install, maintain machinery equipment including; mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, special projects, measuring and calibrating equipment, performing preventive maintenance duties;
• Performs all production equipment setups as required to meet operational needs;
• Supports and completes Preventive and Planned maintenance of mechanical and utilities equipment including but not limited to; cleaning, inspecting, setup, diagnosing, replacement, testing and continuous improvements;
• Assists in the diagnoses of electrical and mechanical malfunctions in machinery and equipment. Inspect visually and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunction;
• Identifies and reports the need for repairs/major repairs to Maintenance Management;
• Crossover with previous shifts’ maintenance and production employees to review the schedule and current runs, identifying what needs repair and plan product changeovers;
• Effectively communicate with other departments in a professional manner at all times to communicate on equipment and repair status;
• Works within the maintenance team to accurately communicate/document events so that others have the most effective information to solve problems;
• Assists with the installation of new equipment and enhancing equipment through continuous improvements and upgrades;
• Some basic fabrication skills and use of tools associated with cutting, welding, grinding, soldering;
• Enhances knowledge and skills of mechanical and electrical systems with on the job training;
• Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance Managers and Master Mechanics on projects, continuous improvement and annual plant shut-down maintenance;
• Completes all tasks while strictly adhering to all required industry guidelines but not limited to; Plant Safety, Food Safety, SQF and all internal/external audits;
• Report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required;
• Basic computer literacy as evidenced by the ability to go online and conduct basic searches on the Internet, check email, create and send with attachments and use basic email features;
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, procedure manuals, operating and maintenance instructions;
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists;
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form;
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment including 3 phase motors, control wiring, 24VDC, 120VAC, 208/220VAC, 480VAC;
• Experience with Controls for Conveyor Systems, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Pumps and Valves;
• Knowledge of and ability to comprehend and troubleshoot production machinery (i.e. Fillers, Rinsers, Cappers, Case Packers, Case Formers, Coolers and Pasteurizers);
• Familiarity with Lock-Out Tag-Out Authorized, Hot Work, Confined Space and HECP Training preferred;
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics;
• Ability to use a variety of measuring tools and test equipment;
• Ability to work independently, with limited supervision;
• Requires mechanical aptitude;
• Knowledge of Drill Press, Chop Saw, Port-a-Band, Sawzall and other maintenance tools preferred;
• Knowledge or experience with Multi-Meters, Amp Probes, Meger Ohm Meter, Panelview;
• LiDestri experience 2+ years and familiarly with 85% of plant machinery;
• Manlift, Powertools, Hand tools, Panelview Controls, Production Machines, X-Ray Equipment, all types of Photo Eyes, Light Curtains, and Conveyors;
• Kitchen equipment and Pumps, Milling Machine, Lathes and Drill Press;
• Lock-Out Tag-Out Equipment, Gear and HECPS;
• Computer and Printer;
• Ability to climb ladders and use carts;
• Ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, oscilloscopes and motor megger;
• Digital Multimeter and clamp-on AC current reader.
• RTO calibrator, RTO Milliamp and Calibrator/simulator.

WORKING CONDITIONS