First-Shift Plant Maintenance Technician (Electrical & Mechanical)

Kent Nutrition Group in; Sheldon (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Nutrition Group in Sheldon, IA, is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our plant. This 1st shift role runs 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, with some on-call responsibilities.

The technician will maintain and service all plant equipment and buildings, develop preventive maintenance plans, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems, and ensure safety and compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and cGMP standards. English communication required.

Qualifications

• Adequate formal training or past working experience as a millwright, industrial maintenance technician, electrician, and/or welder.
• Strong knowledge of feed mill operations and electrically driven processing equipment.
• Extensive working knowledge of shop, power, and hand tools, maintenance equipment, and electrical testing devices (multimeters, clamp meters, etc.)
• Strong ability to recognize, diagnose, and troubleshoot electrical systems, including single- and three-phase power, motors, motor controls, VFDs, PLC I/O (basic), sensors, and safety circuits
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings
• Mechanically and electrically inclined with strong problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, including maintenance records and logs
• Good communication, verbal, written, and math skills
• Reliable, self-motivated, requires minimal supervision, and strives for continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently and cooperate effectively with all fellow employees and departments
• Ability to perform all work in compliance with OSHA standards, electrical safety regulations, and plant safety requirements
• Thorough understanding of cGMPs
• Knowledge of HACCP Feed & Food Safety Plan and FSMA
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs. from floor to working height as job requires
• Must demonstrate strong verbal communication skills in English

Responsibilities

• Monitor factors that may influence the quality and safety of the finished feed and ingredients
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance plan timeline that includes mechanical, electrical, and control system equipment, with clear instructions and tasks to be performed
• Establish and conduct regularly scheduled inspections of all equipment items, including motors, drives, panels, sensors, and power distribution components, in accordance with the maintenance plan, noting condition and required corrective actions
• Ensure proper building, electrical infrastructure, and housekeeping maintenance for the safety of employees
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical problems throughout the plant, including motors, conveyors, VFDs, starters, limit switches, and basic control circuits
• Perform or coordinate electrical inspections, repairs, and upgrades in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and local electrical codes
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all work performed, including electrical repairs, inspections, and modifications, and manpower time distribution
• Be proactive in the mechanical and electrical/technical needs of equipment maintenance to minimize downtime
• Maintain
• Organize and maintain operator manuals, electrical schematics, and parts lists for all equipment in the facility
• Practice and enforce good safety procedures in all work performed, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety practices
• Follow and enforce plant policies, rules, and guidelines
• Oversee and ensure all maintenance tasks, including electrical work performed by operators or contractors, are completed safely and documented properly
• Communicate operating condition, efficiency, and electrical reliability issues of all equipment to the Plant Manager
• Other tasks as assigned

Skills

Millwright

Industrial maintenance

Electrician

Welder

Feed mill ops

Hand tools

Electrical testing

Maintenance equipment

Electrical troubleshooting

Motor controls

VFDs

Sensors

PLC I/O

Electrical schematics

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Communication skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Safety compliance

cGMPs

HACCP/FSMA

Weather resilience

Lifting 55 lbs

English communication

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Job description

Kent Nutrition Group in Sheldon, IA, is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our plant. This 1st shift role runs 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, with some on-call responsibilities.

The technician will maintain and service all plant equipment and buildings, develop preventive maintenance plans, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems, and ensure safety and compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and cGMP standards. English communication required.