Description

 St. Clair Foods, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of refrigerated deli salads, frozen side dishes and frozen entrees, primarily for the foodservice industry. Our products are based on classic, home-made recipes, perfected with modern day technology and stringent food safety standards. We are SQF Level II certified, as well as USDA and FDA inspected and approved. 

Summary:

The maintenance technician is responsible for the general maintenance and repairs to the manufacturing equipment, building, and grounds of the facility; following guidelines established by the company and other governing bodies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Able to plan, prioritize, and complete tasks effectively and efficiently.

2. Maintain the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

3. Maintains quality standards by establishing and enforcing organization standards.

4. Must possess a current and valid motor vehicle operator’s license as they are responsible for operating the company vehicle.

5. Inspects work for completeness.

6. Maintains routine records for payments, warrantees, and reference. 

7. Assist in the writing, maintaining, and enforcement of all equipment calibrations and licenses throughout the plant.

8. Ensures operation of equipment by following all operators’ guidelines, planned maintenance, calling for repairs and evaluating new equipment.

9. Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production runs; answering questions and responding to requests.

10. Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures such as Operational Safety (OSHA), Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP guidelines.

11. Coordinates or installs, inspects, repairs, and maintains the electrical, plumbing, mechanical and other related systems throughout the facility.

12. Coordinates or inspects, operates and maintains the heating cooling and ventilation systems (including boiler system) throughout the facility.

13. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, and maintaining open communications with equipment manufactures.

Qualifications:

 To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The employee must have the ability to meet and deal tactfully with fellow employees, vendors and contractors. Must have the ability to install, inspect, repair, maintain and operate the equipment necessary to operate our facility and produce the products sold. Employee must be able to understand complex written and oral instructions. Have a thorough knowledge of the occupation hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.

Work Environment:

The employee is frequently exposed to cold and wet and/or humid conditions in order to perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is often exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles and chemicals. The employee also works around boiler and related equipment.

Requirements

Qualifications:

 To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The employee must have the ability to meet and deal tactfully with fellow employees, vendors and contractors. Must have the ability to install, inspect, repair, maintain and operate the equipment necessary to operate our facility and produce the products sold. Employee must be able to understand complex written and oral instructions. Have a thorough knowledge of the occupation hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.