FQP Maintenance Technician I 12 HR Night Shift ($21.05)

First Quality Enterprises; McElhattan (Clinton County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of mechanical systems. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining all machinery, while adhering to safety standards and industry regulations. Your expertise in mechanical knowledge and teamwork will be crucial as you perform preventive maintenance and assist in training fellow team members. This position promises a dynamic work environment where your skills will directly contribute to operational efficiency and safety. If you thrive in hands-on roles and enjoy problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of maintenance training and assessments required.
• Three years of industrial experience or equivalent needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots mechanical issues and performs repairs on equipment.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and ensures compliance with safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to use measuring tools

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational school training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools (micrometers, vernier calipers)

Job description

Purpose and role of job:

Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and adjusting all mechanical equipment, machinery and components.

Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

• Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.
• Follows necessary GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations.
• Repairs all mechanical components of all equipment as required.
• Troubleshoots and analyzes mechanical and operational issues on all equipment and takes required corrective action to resolve these issues.
• Operates all machines so that maintenance, changeovers, and adjustments can be tested when complete.
• Performs preventive maintenance and lubrication on all equipment.
• Performs changeovers on all equipment.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs preventive/predictive maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment and reports findings promptly.
• Shares knowledge and techniques with team members and assists with training.
• Attends all training seminars provided by the company when applicable.
• Completes paperwork correctly and submits in a timely fashion.
• Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so.

Education and experience requirements:

• Completion of all required maintenance training and assessments.
• Standard mechanical knowledge of all machinery, equipment, and components.
• Standard knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Standard knowledge of product specifications, quality specifications, goals, efficiency, scrap, and production.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to use all measuring tools, micrometers, vernier calipers, etc.
• Ability to run the equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of industrial experience or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational school training relating to mechanics is preferred.

Work Environment:

• Work in an environment with the potential for exposure to dust during certain tasks.

Physical Requirements:

• Walk / stand 100% of time during a 12–hour shift.
• Constant bending, kneeling, and climbing throughout shift.
• Constant climbing and reaching into machines to fix jams.
• Frequent reaching overhead during shift.
• Constant pushing and pulling with arms and legs throughout shift.
• Constant lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Constant use of hands and occasional use of foot control.
• Constant light and firm grasping with hands throughout shift.
• Operation of roll manipulators, baler, and compactor.
• Daily sweeping and organizing floor and work area.
• Required participation in a daily pre-shift warm-up routine.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this job description has been described to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents. Other duties and responsibilities not specifically described may be assigned from time to time, consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities of the incumbent.