Maintenance Tech II - Blending - Night Shift

The primary role of the Blending Maintenance Tech II team is to provide effective mechanical maintenance support to plant operations while ensuring safety, meeting operational needs, and complying with safety codes. Responsibilities include routine preventative maintenance tasks, such as replacing components, coordinating with maintenance planners on pasteurizer rebuilds, assisting with pressure tests, and other tasks assigned by the supervisor. Skilled and knowledgeable in mechanical systems, this position supports troubleshooting, process improvements, preventive and predictive maintenance. Additionally, the tech is responsible for notifying management if a workplace becomes too hazardous due to a mechanical problem.

Night Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM - 2-2-3 schedule with rotating weekends

What You’ll Do for Us

• Perform preventive maintenance, cleaning, calibration, and repairs on mechanical systems
• Maintain mechanical systems in as-new condition
• Diagnose equipment problems using test results, error messages & info from operators
• Operate and test machinery to ensure repairs are adequate
• Examine parts for defects and replace malfunctioning components
• Record parts used and maintenance performed; requisition new parts as needed
• Study blueprints and manuals for correct machinery operation
• Communicate with management and equipment operators about potential hazards
• Ensure safety and compliance with established rules and protocols
• Perform duties with minimal supervision
• Skilled in troubleshooting and using hand/power tools
• Ensure safe work environments, adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Provide efficient and quality maintenance service to production areas, enabling them to operate at a high level of efficiency
• Collaborate with blending supervision, maintenance associates, parts store, and purchasing personnel
• Monitor contractor performance
• Support Engineering with improvement projects

Qualifications & Requirements

• Achieve a passing score on the Maintenance Technician test
• Have 3 years’ experience in this role or equivalent vocational and technical training
• Good attendance and meet basic plant employment criteria
• Self-supply tools as required
• Maintenance background in hydraulics, controls, electrical, PLCs, and pneumatics
• In-depth knowledge of thermal processes, blending equipment, and related systems
• Ability to read technical documents, blueprints and schematics
• Ability to hear machine operations sounds to detect defective parts, machine failures, and changes in speed and other routine running conditions
• Manual and finger dexterity
• Must be able to work flexible shift schedules up to 12-hour shifts as needed
• Certification within 90 days post-start
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds and working at heights or in extreme temperatures
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to work under stress and flexible schedules
• Proficient with computers and software programs
• Perform tasks safely to meet Quality, Service, and Cost goals

What We Can Do For You

• Benefits: A full benefits package that starts on day one of employment.
• Purpose Driven: Purpose driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products.
• Community of Belonging: We’re an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, lets you bring your best self to work.

Skills:

Corrective Maintenance; Power Tools; PM; Blueprints; Preventive Maintenance; Troubleshooting; Electrical Systems; Instrumentation; Mechanical Systems; Pneumatics; Computer Literacy

Pay Range:$68,515 - $83,741
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.