1st Shift Maintenance Technician - II - CandyCo LLC

Sign-on Bonus: up to $2,000; paid after 30 days of employment

Job purpose

The Maintenance Tech Level-II is responsible for conducting assigned PMs and servicing all equipment calls on the production floor. This includes repairs on the spot and/or repairs that require a WO. This position is responsible for being in compliance with all employee safely, food safety, facility audits, and GMP requirements at all times.

Duties and responsibilities

• Performs regular maintenance service/duties (PMs) as scheduled by the Maintenance Manager
• Maintains manufacturing assets and facility as assigned (lube, monitoring, filter checks)
• Supports training and continuous development for personnel
• Report outs during shift and end of day, on maintenance work accomplished
• Follows all food safety guidelines and protocols while servicing equipment
• Model the Company's Safety Culture and always strive for 100% Safety compliance
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule: other shifts, weekends, holidays as required

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a Maintenance tech position and activities
• Must be able to read English and follow equipment manual instructions
• Must possess knowledge of a specific skill set: HVAC, Electrical, Machining, welding, etc.
• Must be able to perform diagnostics on controls & settings, measuring tools, internal & external machine diagnostics, perform replacement of components (pumps, bearings, controls, valves, etc.), able to order spare parts as needed
• Prior experience in the Food Industry, a plus
• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training, preferred (not required)

Experience

• Excellent communication skills, and respectful of others
• Organized, detail orientated, and a can-do, hands-on work ethic
• Proficient computer skills with EXCEL, WORD; CAD a plus
• Excellent technical knowledge of equipment, products, and processes
• Strong knowledge in Maintenance & Reliability
• Self-motivated, results orientated, and excellent personal skills
• Ability to perform Tech Level-I tasks
• Knowledge in utilizing a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) a plus
• Strong background in HACCP, Safety, GMPs, and regulatory Food Safety Audits

Working conditions

• Must be able to work any/all shifts as directed
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary, including Holidays and/or weekends
• Standing/walking for long period of time
• Must be an avid Safety Champion and adhere to all safety programs and procedures

Physical requirements

• A non-slip resistant work shoe
• Must be able to work all shifts as directed.
• Pre-shift stretch and exercises to be performed
• Hair restraint, beard net (if needed), and Safety gloves as needed
• All required PPEs are worn properly when working with equipment or chemicals that require personal protection
• Position requires the ability to: stand, sit at a desk, walking around the facility, lifting and carrying up t0 50-LBS unassisted, reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting
• Also requires the ability to: see, hear, and communicate with associates as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette

Direct reports

• None