BIOFUELS MAINTENANCE I

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:  

Responsible for the safe repair and maintenance of plant equipment to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the Company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair or replace plant equipment on a scheduled or emergency basis.
• Perform predictive and preventative maintenance activities as a priority.
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance related issues.
• Assist with projects as requested by Maintenance Manager and/or Maintenance Lead and learn what is all involved in their decision making process.
• Perform millwright tasks such as repairing pumps, tanks/vessels, heat exchangers, centrifuges, grain milling equipment, gearboxes, and conveyors.
• Operate rolling stock such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and overhead cranes proficiently.
• Data entry into various programs including Microsoft Excel, Word, CMMS, and Share Point.
• Complete assigned tasks on time and accurately. Follow directions, scope of work, and procedures provided by Maintenance Manager and/or Maintenance Lead.
• Commitment to and compliance of all safety policies and procedures to ensure zero injuries or incidents. Acquisition of and participation in MOC’s and understanding of PSM compliance.  
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with internal and external Company customer contacts and maintain effective customer relationships.
• Complete all required safety and environmental training.
• Participate in plant programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Be available for overtime work on a scheduled or call-in basis as required to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Act as an authorized employee in ICM Biofuels’ Control of Hazardous Energy Program.
• Must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including but not limited to, Attendance standards and work deadlines.
• Responsible for production of safe feed and adherence to internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
• Adhere to the LifeLine Group Code of Team Behavior.  In that regard, this position may be expected to perform duties outside the key responsibilities.
• Responsible for quality and personal safety.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• The work environment is manufacturing.
• Occasionally exposed to airborne particles (dust).
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes, toxic chemicals and risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate required; 1-3 years of experience in maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment required.
• Previous experience with CMMS software preferred.
• Knowledge of and strict attention to safety precautions and rules is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong math skills required.
• Basic mechanical skills preferred.
• Exceptional mechanical aptitude required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.  
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English is required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal customers.
• Technology proficient to include use of computers, tablets and two-way radio communications.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion.
• Ability to maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Capable of adapting, with minimal or no advance notice, to changes in how business is conducted and work is accomplished, with no diminishment in work performance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

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• Shift schedules may change based upon business needs, including on-call availability for off hours, weekends and/or holidays as needed.
• Required to sit; use hands to finger; handle, feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; speak; hear, taste and smell.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to safely work at heights up to 175’, which may include ladders, platforms, equipment tops and scaffolding.
• Must be able to climb ladders and platforms, enter confined spaces (as needed) and wear all safety equipment.
• Must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at elevations up to 175 feet.  
• Travel may be required as needed.