Lake Odessa, Michigan, US
56 days ago
Maintenance Technician I

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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.


Job Location: Lake Odessa, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: 2nd
Compensation: $27.75-$32.75/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $3,000

Benefits Information $2 shift differential from 2:00pm - 6:00amPaid Lunch and Break timesMedical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug InsuranceWeekly Perfect Attendance BonusesHealth and Wellness IncentivesPaid Vacation and Holidays401(k) with Cargill matching contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short-Term Disability and Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsPrincipal Accountabilities 45% Maintain ammonia refrigeration system and training: Chemical testing and treatment of the evaporative condenser waterPerform daily monitoring of the system through walk arounds and trend graphsOptimize ammonia operations through the use of the Logix systemOversee of training for Maintenance techs to build and maintain operator levelsWriting and review of task procedures, PM’s and SOP’s for operation of equipment and systemSupport in PSM compliance audits45% Maintain Plant equipment and other work: Maintain PIT licenseDisplay knowledge of the boiler systemTroubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems and provide follow-upWork with supervisor/production to promote quality and yield improvementsComplete schedule daily workAssist in wastewater operation when neededWork on air compressor systems and HVAC equipment as needed10%  Complete necessary documentation related to completion of Work Orders and applicable PSM ElementsAny other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High School or GED Equivalent 3 years industrial maintenance experienceMust be able to don a full face breathing resperator maskBe willing to be a part of the Hazmat teamPositive attitude and problem solving mentalityStrong electrical & mechanical aptitudeAbility to read & interpret blueprints or other forms of engineering drawingsAbility to read & interpret detail blueprints, P&IDs, single-lines, ladder logic and wiring schematicsPossess an extremely strong personal safety philosophy, able to follow all safety policies & procedures, seek out & correct unsafe conditionsSome weekend work required

Preferred Qualifications

Computer literacy and eagerness to learn SAP/PPE systemsMaintenance experience in a food processing environmentUnderstanding of waste water systemHVAC System ExperienceBoiler ExperienceCompressed Air Systems Operating ExperienceAble to effectively use typical test and calibration equipment including RTD calibrators, digital multi-meters, 4to 20 ma calibration unit , etc.Ability to troubleshoot 480 VAC 3-phase motor controls, 120 VAC and 24VDC control circuitsUnderstanding of Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration systemsAmmonia Refrigeration Systems Certification – Operator Level 1

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.


Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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