Facilities Maintenance Technician I A shift

In This Role You Will

Perform troubleshooting and diagnostics on production equipment and tools in a just-in-time environment.

Perform scheduled, preventative and emergency technician tasks and projects as assigned by the maintenance supervisor or their designee

Location: Edgerton KS

Pay: $26.36

Reports to: Manager/Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Performs maintenance inspections and repairs for the distribution facility as needed.
• Possesses the basic mechanical and technical skills to accomplish the required machine maintenance.
• Immediate repair of any facility equipment as needed.
• Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Performs mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
• Adhere strictly to all company safety policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for chemical handling.
• Assists in planned and unplanned downtime projects, shutdowns, and emergency work.
• Participates in internal and external audits or inspections
• Ensure product manufacturing runs smoothly without significant interruptions. 
• Work closely with Regulatory Compliance regarding food safety. 
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service 
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas. 
• Follow health and safety practices as they apply to area of work and the facility 
• Perform appropriate housekeeping tasks as needed 
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Tools and Equipment:    

• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Forklifts, electric and manual floor jacks, dollies, computer, pencil, markers, cardboard, bump hat, ear plugs, and hair net.
• Safety glasses are optional.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• The candidate must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, bend, reach, push, pull, twist, crawl, climb stairs/ladders, and be able to lift to a maximum of 50 pounds
  
  

SELECTION CRITERIA

Education

• Technical degree preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
  
  

Experience

• At minimum, five years’ experience in food manufacturing.
  
  

Other

• Must have a good understanding of plant equipment and processes
• Must have a strong background in facility warehouse maintenance
• Must have good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
• Self-motivated with a sense of urgency
• May be required to complete additional testing
• Should have proficient computer skills
• Must be willing to work all shifts
• Has a good understanding of all plant processes and maintenance programs
  
  

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Learn More About Working At Smucker

• Our Total Rewards Benefits Program
• Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity 
• Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business 
  
  

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The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

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