What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Apple Valley Foods- US?
Overview
The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability by repairing and maintaining a wide range of processing equipment across the plant.
Job Responsibilities
- Ensure safety and food-safety by following all company, OSHA, and government rules and procedures including; Lock-out / Tag-out procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), personal safety, and food safety/SQF Program standards;
- Effectively support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime;
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and develop sustainable solutions for issues with equipment to include; PLC controlled equipment, plant electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic, and mechanical systems including motors, instrumentation, distribution, and feed control systems;
- Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted;
- Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders and detailed logs;
- Assist with equipment change overs and line startups, troubleshooting issues as needed;
- Identify required parts and maintain current inventories, and parts reorder lists;
- Act with a Continuous Improvement mindset seeking areas of opportunity for improvement and participating in cross-functional CI focused projects;
- Repair sinks, hoses, water lines, toilets, and plumbing equipment;
- Maintain wheels on racks, tubs, transits and ensure they are greased and in good working order;
- Complete all building repairs; maintain walls, ceilings, and floors in good repair;
- Contact refrigeration contractor when needed for maintenance or repair of refrigeration and/or HVAC system is needed;
- Assist with installation of new equipment;
- Performs other required tasks as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Associates or Bachelor’ degree in related field (technical or vocational education) highly preferred but not required;
- Minimum of two (2) years maintenance experience or 5 years related trade experience required;
- Working knowledge of electrical, motor controls, main distribution, process control, wiring and components.
- Maintenance Technician certification highly desired;
- Six months or more of experience in the food processing/manufacturing preferred;
- Proficient in use of basic machine tools and hand tools;
- Proficient in use of basic electrical trouble-shooting equipment;
- Ability to read specifications and pay attention to detail;
- Ability to communicate effectively;
- Detail oriented and self-motivated.