Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. 
 
We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover.  
 
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Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Job Summary 

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining equipment and facilities to operate in the safest and most productive condition, supporting continuous improvement, production strategies and plant reliability of snack food equipment and building maintenance.

Essential Job Duties 

Understands and adheres to governmental regulatory programs and policies. These may include but are not limited to: National Electrical Code, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Uniform Building Code (UBC) and local government environmental agency policies.Practices and complies with all plant and maintenance department safety procedures, including but not limited to:  Lock-Out - Tag-Out; Arc Flash and Hot Work Permits.Understands the concept of Permit Required Confined Spaces and assists with proper alternate entry of re-classified confined spaces when necessary.Follows all applicable good manufacturing practices (GMP's) for area assigned.  Maintains and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with OSHA, food handling before and after equipment inspection and repair activities.Attends classes, seminars, and in-house training as needed to maintain skill level with changes in the industry.Makes improvements and suggestions to optimize maintenance program.Executes and document planned and unplanned work findings and data during shift via computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).Repairs and installation of parts, tools and equipment. Fabricates or modifies machines, tools, or equipment to manufacture new products or improve existing products. Performs Preventative Maintenance (PM), inspections, corrective repairs, special projects/equipment rebuilds.Execution and resolution of equipment breakdowns/repairs.Leverage methodologies including, but not limited to: root cause analysis (RCA), break down failure analysis (BDA) and cause maps to identify and resolve equipment issues.Utilizes predictive maintenance technologies to identify failures and takes correct follow-up actions.  Predictive maintenance technologies include ultrasound, thermal imaging, oil analysis, and vibration analysis. Documents the cause of the failure and works with maintenance team, planner, supervisor, or other team members to take action to prevent a reoccurrence of the failure. Understands and interprets technical documents and diagrams which include but are not limited to: factory manuals, blueprints, schematics, Single Line Electrical Drawings, mechanical and electrical equipment schematics, pneumatics, hydraulics, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's), and etc.May perform maintenance and repair services of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, and building systemsPeriodically performs maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, steam, electric power, gas, or air required for operations.May be responsible for educating operations team on required equipment care concepts of autonomous maintenance (AM) including but not limited to: Cleaning, Inspection and Lubrication (CIL) and basic parts and tools usage.May perform other duties as required.

Statement of Coverage 

N/A

Scope of Responsibility

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements 

Reads and interprets common technical journals, synthesizing complex or diverse information and carries out detailed written or oral instructions, correspondence, and memos. Write and present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, and other employees of the organization.Communicate/interact with all levels of employees in a professional manner. Work and function as a team member in a team based environment. Perform simple arithmetic functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and mixed numbers. Able to use precision measuring equipment. Convert measurements from feet/inches to decimals and vice versa. Draw and interpret bar graphs.Use a computer for data entry and documentation of maintenance findings on work orders. In some cases, upload and download of technical manuals and specifications from CMMS or internet. Must be able to use a basic calculator.Requires attention to detail, mechanical ability and ability to multi-task. Must be able to make good decisions under pressure.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED; a minimum of 2 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing facility performing mechanical and/or electrical inspections, troubleshooting and repairs and pass plant specific maintenance test; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Preferred Qualifications: Some college or formal technical school education with demonstrated aptitude and skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and welding techniques.  Ability to deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations, along with two years in food manufacturing environment experience.

Professional Licenses or Certifications 

Mechanical, electrical certifications/licenses preferred but not necessary.

Valid Driver's License.

Must be Forklift certified or able to obtain forklift, aerial lifts certification.  

Physical Demands 

Sitting:  OccasionallyStanding: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlyDriving: SeldomUsing hands: ContinuouslyClimbing: FrequentlyStooping, Kneeling: FrequentlyTalking, Hearing: FrequentlyTasting, Smelling: Seldom

Weight:  

Up to 10 pounds: ContinuouslyUp to 25 pounds: ContinuouslyUp to 50 pounds: ContinuouslyUp to 100 pounds with assistance: OccasionallyMore than 100 lbs: Occasionally

Work Environment 

Subject to indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold.

Lighting: Fair, GoodTemperature: FairVentilation: Fair, GoodVibration: FairNoise: Fair

Travel Required (Indicate type of travel and % of time travel is required)

Minimal travel may be required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.