Industrial Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift (Villa Rica)

Universal Pure, LLC; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food processing is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure operational efficiency of their high-pressure pasteurization equipment. The role requires troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, performing preventative maintenance, and adhering to safety standards. Ideal candidates have experience in hydraulics and pneumatics, solid communication skills, and a commitment to accuracy.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Basic mathematical calculations aptitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain high pressure pasteurization equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Physical strength

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the following, including but not limited to facilities maintenance, Powered Industrial Equipment, and stationery equipment. The Maintenance Technician collaborates with the Production to ensure the equipment is ready to go.

Major tasks, responsibilities, and key accountabilities:

· Priority focus is on repairing and maintaining high pressure pasteurization equipment. 80% of the job.

· Troubleshoot, adjust, and replace AC and DC electrical equipment such as controls, proximity sensors, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches and timers.

· Repair and trouble shoot on large scale industrial equipment.

· Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace mechanical components such as motors, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates.

· Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace pneumatic equipment such as hydronic and hydraulic seals, high pressure components, air compressors, pumps, hoses and cylinders.

· Perform preventative maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, water heaters, HVAC, water pumps, heat exchangers, evaporators, fans and powered industrial equipment.

· Adherence to the facility’s Document Control Policy following completion of

· training.

· Follow health, safety, and cleanliness standards

· Excellent attendance and punctuality for an hourly role

· Handle any minor tasks related to the duties of the position

Additional Responsibilities:

• On call ability as needed

• Provides report information to leadership team

Preferred Qualifications:

· Welding Experience preferred but not required

· Must have flexibility with work schedule and job duties when the location environment changes.

· Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Qualifications:

· Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations

· Ability to communicate effectively in English (speak, read, and write)

· Ability to balance productivity, quality, and safety

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to prioritize and perform position responsibilities accurately and to deadline.

· A requirement of 2 yrs experience in Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Electrical (480/120/24 Volts)

· HPP Maintenance helpful but not required

Maintenance Technician Demands and Working Conditions:

• Within a manufacturing, warehousing, and production type facility. Must be able to withstand cold temperatures.

• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

• Work may involve potential exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability."

Universal Pure facilities may process, pack, and or store products containing allergenic food ingredients as referenced by FDA, team members who may come in direct contact, must be able to work with these ingredients.

"Upon offer of employment, candidates will be asked to complete a drug screening test. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of this test.