Maintenance Technician

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Maintenance Technician to join our Technical team in Mebane, North Carolina. You will ensure an optimal technical operation of the packaging and processing equipment by performing corrective maintenance and making systematic improvements. Performs corrective maintenance according to prescribed guidelines and procedures Performs hands-on intervention in cases of malfunction of packaging and processing equipment and utilities Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical systems Changes, adjusts, and fine-tunes packing machines, processing equipment, and other machines in the factory Monitors products after changing the machine settings or other maintenance activities, in consultation with bakers, doughmakers, or line operators and line leads Participates in the development and implementation of technical projects Ensures effective spare parts inventory management Reports unsafe situations or near accidents and assist in the development of preventive solutions Performs calibration activities Supports the overall tidiness and cleanliness of the technical team facilities and work areas EDUCATION Associates degree in mechanical engineering technology, industrial systems technology, electricity/electronics, electrical engineering technology, machining, or pneumatics is preferred High school diploma or GED is required SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE Computer literacy required Prior experience with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); knowledge of Ultimo a plus Must be able to perform duties following all regulatory GMP food hygiene practices EXPERIENCE Prior work experience in a food processing or food production environment strongly preferred Proficient in the maintenance of production equipment Basic electrical knowledge and repair experience Mechanical aptitude with knowledge of mechanics and basic troubleshooting Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining robotics and/or industrial automation, pneumatic conveying systems, and flow wrapping machines strongly desired Able to read blueprints Forklift/lift truck experience Able to perform basic welding, lathe and mill operations LANGUAGE English fluency required (verbal and written) Conversational Spanish helpful but not required COMPETENCIES Embody our core values of Team Spirit, Open Dialogue, and Passion Possess a continuous improvement mentality Must be able to work comfortablly at heights Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently Organizational skills Collaboration skills