What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician / Mechanic position at Spectra Tech, Inc.?
* Riviana Foods Inc. is a world class leader in the rice sector and is America's largest processor, marketer, and distributor of branded and private label rice products. Riviana brands are well known for their quality and excellence. Key brands include Adolphus, Blue Ribbon, Colusa Rose, Carolina, Comet, Gourmet House, Mahatma, Minute, River, RiceSelect, Sello Rojo, Success and Water Maid. Riviana Foods is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., a multinational food group operating in the rice, pasta and sauces sectors. Based in Spain, Ebro Foods has commercial and/or industrial presence in more than 25 countries in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa, through its extensive network of subsidiaries and brands.
1. Collaboration: Working closely with production staff, supervisors, and other maintenance team members to coordinate maintenance activities and optimize production efficiency.
2. Equipment Maintenance: Conducting regular inspections, troubleshooting, and repairing various machinery such as conveyors, mixers, packaging equipment, to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
3. Preventive Maintenance: Developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules to proactively address potential equipment issues and prevent breakdowns.
4. Emergency Repairs: Responding promptly to equipment breakdowns and malfunctions to minimize production disruptions and maintain safety standards.
5. Technical Expertise: Applying mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic knowledge to diagnose and resolve complex equipment problems efficiently.
6. Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, parts used, and equipment condition, to support regulatory compliance and inform decision-making processes.
7. Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety protocols and regulations while performing maintenance tasks to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
8. Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing innovative solutions to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and longevity.
9. Training and Development: Staying updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices through ongoing training and professional development to improve skills and knowledge.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED, with preference given to candidates with 2 years of technical or vocational training.
- At least 2 years of work experience in an automated industrial manufacturing facility, ideally in maintenance-related work with packaging and/or processing equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Thorough knowledge of motor controls, sensors, gearboxes, and electrical test equipment.
- Familiarity with industrial safety, machine safeguarding techniques, and basic industrial math applications.
- Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Working closely with production staff, supervisors, and other maintenance team members to coordinate maintenance activities and optimize production efficiency.
* Conducting regular inspections, troubleshooting, and repairing various machinery such as conveyors, mixers, packaging equipment, to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
* Developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules to proactively address potential equipment issues and prevent breakdowns.
* Responding promptly to equipment breakdowns and malfunctions to minimize production disruptions and maintain safety standards.
* Applying mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic knowledge to diagnose and resolve complex equipment problems efficiently.
* Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, parts used, and equipment condition, to support regulatory compliance and inform decision-making processes.
HiAt least 2 years of work experience in an automated industrial manufacturing facility, ideally in maintenance-related work with packaging and/or processing equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Thorough knowledge of motor controls, sensors, gearboxes, and electrical test equipment.
- Familiarity with industrial safety, machine safeguarding techniques, and basic industrial math applications.
- Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
High School Diploma or GED with preference given to candidates with 2 years of technical or vocational training.
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