MAINTENANCE TECH III

Job description

Can you cut it with the industry leaders in meat portioning and cooking? We’re always looking for sharp minds and sure hands to join our family business. We are committed to maintaining a safe, diverse, and welcoming workplace for all. Job Title: Maintenance Tech III FLSA Status: Hourly Department: Saginaw Maintenance SUMMARY: As a valuable member of the Maintenance Team, a Maintenance Technician III will assist other members of the maintenance team in assuring smooth operation of all Standard Meat building systems. Duties will include equipment / building system monitoring, preventive maintenance, and repair. Shifts, starting times and workdays will always be determined by production scheduling and coordinated by maintenance supervision to provide adequate coverage of all affected areas. Good attendance and must be available to work overtime and weekends as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBLITIES: Routinely inspect equipment Able to identify potential equipment failure through routine inspection. Able to identify equipment issues that are an employee and / or a food safety hazard. Perform maintenance duties Perform preventive maintenance tasks as scheduled and/or assigned. Maintain operational ability and integrity of equipment. Able to maintain areas associated with maintenance, to the level of requirements covered under the Master Sanitation. Operate Equipment Able to safely operate various hand tools, power tools, large shop tools, and test instruments such as Voltmeter. Able to safely operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks. Maintain all required company & departmental records and documents Daily notes recorded in One-Note PM assignments/work orders Daily blade removal log Miscellaneous Responsibilities Keep work area clean and free of clutter and debris Follow all food safety (GMP) and safety guidelines Keep personal tools cleaned, maintained and organized Food Safety and Employee Safety Maintenance personnel shall have a thorough understanding of G.M.P.’s and follow accordingly. Maintenance personnel shall have a thorough understanding of Standard Meat Company’s Maintenance Program, Safety programs and all Company policies and follow accordingly. Appropriate personal safety equipment must be used at all times. Hard hats, steel toe boots or shoes and hair nets shall be worn on plant premises. Clean frocks shall be worn in production and vinyl gloves as needed. Tools must be kept clean. Under no circumstances shall any equipment safety devices be bypassed at any time. Job assignments shall be made and coordinated by the Supervisor of Maintenance - either verbal, written memo or listed on the weekly maintenance task list. QUALIFICATIONS FOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III Must possess a strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems Must be able to read electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices Written and verbal communication skills Advanced-level problem-solving skills Air filter identification and replacement V-Belt identification and replacement Light Bulb identification and replacement Advanced Plumbing identification and repair (Water Closet, sinks, fittings, Pipe threading, Etc.) Door repair (Seals, handles, Etc.) Inspection of Facility safety devices (Fire Extinguisher, Eye wash station, Etc.) Maintain building and grounds Oil identification and change Bearings identification, lubrication, and repair Conveyor belt identification and repair Pneumatic hose identification and repair Process equipment assembly Must be able to complete electrical identification and repair (Plug, Relay, VFD, Etc.) Must be able to complete Motor/Gearbox identification and repair Tap and Die identification and utilization Working knowledge of welding and fabrication Sound understanding of safety relays and circuits Must be able to test electrical devices (Motor, Brakes, Etc.) and identify issues Building systems identification and operations and repairs (Boilers, Air Compressors, HVAC, Refrigeration, Etc.) CAN BUS system identification and repairs Equipment Overhauls (Complete rebuilds of Electrical and Mechanical Systems) Preferred knowledge of Advanced Refrigeration Training (Intro to Ammonia, Operator 1, Etc.) but not required. Must complete training during the course of employment. Advanced Electrical Troubleshooting (HMI, PLC, I-O Modules, Etc.) Design/Installation of Automated Systems Preferred knowledge of Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems but not required Advanced Mechanical Rebuilds (High Pressure Intensifier (80,000psi), Transmission, Etc.) EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school education or minimum of 7 years related experience or training PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Function Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Stand X Walk X Sit X Use hands to finger, handle or feel X Reach with hands and arms X Climb or balance X Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl X This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted as reflected below. Function Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X More than 100 pounds X WORK ENVIRONMENT: Cold Temperature: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme cold temperature. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Until properly trained, maintenance mechanics will not work on any equipment or building systems they have not been trained on. It is the responsibility of members of the maintenance team to ask for assistance and/or training on any tasks they are not qualified to perform. NOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. We are people powered! If you want to build strong relationships, grow professionally and personally, and produce quality, you'll enjoy your career with us!