GENERAL JOB DUTIES
GENERAL PURPOSE
Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectivelyand efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding,and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversightfocused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, andpackaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
• Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability andperformance
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders toperform required maintenance and service
• Support the installation of new equipment
• Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
• Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problemsand/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with requiredinformation. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, andacquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regardinghealth and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporateregulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee,but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls(PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc. 2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled
equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment Must be able to perform electrical work (change pump motors, diagnose motor control problem, etc.) Must know pneumatics, solenoid valves, and air cylinders Must be able to use standard maintenance tools in a safe manner Must have the ability to perform minor projects from planning to installation. (Typically, this includes non-sanitary piping, drain lines, vacuum lines) Must have the ability to perform routine repairs in a safe and timely fashion (rebuilding product/water pumps, boiler maintenance, HVAC, VFD's, sanitary valves, piping leaks) Must have the ability to perform routine preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records Must have the ability to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (tig/stick) Must have the ability to follow process control computer variables and schematics and diagnose system problems Must have the ability to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner Must have good interpersonal skills necessary to foster cooperation and effectively communicate with others Basic computer skills
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