Maintenance Mech

Balchem Corporation; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Balchem Corporation in Ogden, Utah is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with specific skills in electrical and mechanical repair. Responsibilities include performing equipment checks, lubricating motors, and assisting with facility maintenance projects.

The role requires knowledge of OSHA regulations, boiler operations, and PLCs. This position offers a competitive salary and is part of a supportive team focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and production equipment repair.
• Boiler operations certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with production associates to improve efficiencies.
• Perform regular checks on production equipment.
• Maintain critical inventory levels of all parts and equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical repair skills

PLC knowledge

HVAC skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work with production associates and supervisors to improve efficiencies
• Perform regular checks on production equipment
• Lubricate and check all motors on a daily basis or as required
• Assure boiler is being appropriately maintained
• Develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance Program
• Coordinate and be available for “on-call” maintenance help during production hours
• Maintain critical inventory levels of all parts and equipment needed for production
• Keep the maintenance shop and work areas clean and organized as per GMP/ISO requirements
• Assist manager(s) with budget items striving to maintain budget numbers
• Work with manager(s) to determine and address maintenance needs
• Assist in problem diagnosis; confer with contractors and sales representatives as needed
• Assist with production and product handling when necessary
• Be an available resource for facility remodeling projects
• Responsible for self‑involvement, team involvement and execution of tasks relative to achieving annual departmental goals
• Install, repair & program machines and equipment

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred with 3-5 year’s maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, understanding and knowledge of PLC’s
• Knowledge of and skilled in the safe execution of the following: electrical, electronic test equipment; mechanical and production equipment repair, operating procedures and techniques; plumbing; use of power and basic hand tools; HVAC; welding (stainless steel)
• Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.: Boiler operations certified preferred and knowledge of OSHA regulations and Programmable Logic Controller Skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to powder mineral products, cleaning chemicals, restricted movement, dirty environment, hazardous materials, lifting and carrying heavy objects
• In accordance with the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29CFR 1910.134) Balchem employees (Production, Quality, R&D, and Maintenance) are required to successfully complete annual fit testing (clean shaven req.) and medical clearance (respirator medical certification)
• In addition, when required to wear a respirator, wearers must wear it as they fit tested (clean shaven)

Balchem Corporation, and its subsidiaries, offers a competitive salary and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.