2nd Shift Maintenance Technician IV

Great Lakes Cheese; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Cheese is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to ensure maximum operating efficiency and reliable upkeep of production machinery and facility equipment at our Manchester, TN site.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and the ability to read schematics; familiarity with ammonia systems/PSM a plus. Safety and quality practices are a core expectation, with adherence to GMP and SQF programs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two years of maintenance experience or more.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read schematics.

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.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding

Education

High School diploma

GED

Associate degree preferred

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: Chattanooga