2nd Shift Maintenance Technician II

Great Lakes Cheese; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Cheese is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to ensure maximum operating efficiency and repair of machines in production and facility. You will respond to line issues, maintain equipment, and keep maintenance records while following safety and quality programs.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED and at least two years of maintenance experience, with knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Welding skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years of maintenance experience or more.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and understand schematics, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Respond to production requests for immediate attention to line issues.
• Maintain production equipment.
• Maintain records of preventative maintenance.
• Create requisitions of parts and supplies for equipment.
• Identify problem areas and address with permanent solutions.
• Adhere to safety policies & procedures.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Read schematics

Welding (TIG, MIG, Stick)

Mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneum

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Understanding of manufacturing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Overview

The Maintenance Technician II ensures maximum operating efficiency, maintenance and repair of machines and equipment in production and facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Respond to production requests for immediate attention to production line issues and problems.
• Maintain production equipment.
• Maintain records of preventative maintenance.
• Create requisitions of parts and supplies to maintain equipment.
• Identify problem areas and address with permanent solutions.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies & procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education And Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two years of maintenance experience or more.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
• Experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to weld. (TIG, MIG and Stick).
• Ability to read and understand schematics, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• 2 years of food manufacturing experience and/or training or more.
• Experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems / PSM.
• SAP experience.

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
• Product weight: up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Nearest Major Market

Abilene