2nd Shift Maintenance Technician: Preventive & Repairs

Sonstegard Foods Company; Harris (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonstegard Foods Company in Iowa seeks a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician to perform building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repairs. You will ensure safety compliance with SQF regulations and company policies while working with management, production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical failures, performing preventative maintenance on machines, maintaining repair parts inventory, and following SOPs with proper PPE.

Qualifications

• Basic reasoning and problem solving.
• Able to operate skid loaders and pallet jacks.
• Good communication and intrapersonal skills.
• Familiar with preventative maintenance software.
• Follow SOPs and PPE safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical failures (bearings, seals, pumps, etc.).
• Perform advanced preventative maintenance on machines and building daily.
• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies.
• CIP knowledge (pumps, valves, controller, etc.).
• Coordinate with Maintenance Manager and Purchasing Supervisor to order parts accurately and timely.
• Assist with unplanned machine breakdowns as needed.
• Maintain daily PM paperwork.
• Ensure safe use of equipment.
• Perform other maintenance duties as requested.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and welding is beneficial.

Skills

Basic reasoning

Operate skid loaders

Pallet jacks

Communication

Intrapersonal skills

Preventative maintenance software

SOP adherence

Job description

Sonstegard Foods Company in Iowa seeks a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician to perform building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repairs. You will ensure safety compliance with SQF regulations and company policies while working with management, production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical failures, performing preventative maintenance on machines, maintaining repair parts inventory, and following SOPs with proper PPE.