Description:
Whisker is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and Litterbox.com. At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always get better.
As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets. Whether it’s a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits, or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming pet care along the way. To us, having a pet is the best thing ever. At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better.
Whisker is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 500 passionate team members.
What You’ll Do:
The Maintenance Technician will play an important part in the successful operation of the facility. This role will ensure all areas of the facility are operating efficiently and properly by performing all general maintenance duties and responsibilities inside and outside the manufacturing facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Performs general sanitation of the maintenance department by organizing supplies, tools, equipment, and more
Ensures the maintenance area is kept neat, clean, and safe
Layouts, assembles, installs, dismantles, maintains and repairs equipment, updates or replaces existing equipment, updates technology, prepares for repair or replacement, PM’s, and keeps it running efficiently
Performs preventive maintenance inspection (PM) on all equipment
Assures that spare parts are stocked and available for immediate use to minimize downtime
Reads and understands electrical and mechanical prints and /or flowcharts to verify correct setup and usage
Works with outside vendors for facility and/or equipment repair
Repairs and maintains physical property to look neat and clean
Maintains the inside of the plant such as bathroom plumbing, fire system, lighting, etc ensuring it is working properly
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures within the company
Operates special maintenance equipment
Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and advises leadership if additional work is needed or cannot be completed within the Standard Repair Times
Will perform additional responsibilities when required
Requirements:
What You’ll Bring:
Minimum of 2 years of related mechanical or electrical experience and/or training
Working experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Able to drive a forklift, and maneuver an electric pallet jack to load tractor-trailers and other vehicles when needed
Basic data entry skills
Attention to detail
Regular attendance and punctuality required
Ability to work alone most of the time or in a small group
Excellent written and oral communication skills are required
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to provide a working atmosphere that is positive and productive
High degree of initiative, self-motivation, and ability to motivate others
Has the ability to use Google Suit including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides
Ability to work first, second, and third shifts and weekends when needed to ensure projects are completed
Statement of Inclusivity:
We believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.
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