Maintenance Tech

Daybreak Foods, Inc.; Graettinger (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Daybreak Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our egg production and processing facility. The role involves completing repairs from minor to major during non-production and production times to keep equipment running efficiently.

Key duties include diagnosing malfunctions, dismantling equipment to replace defective parts, and performing preventative maintenance. The candidate should have a high school diploma, maintenance certification or equivalent experience, and First Aid/CPR

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; maintenance certification preferred.
• Experience in maintenance, especially in food manufacturing, is desirable.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of safety programs such as Confined Space, LOTO and Hazcom is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate and test machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
• Dismantle machines to access and remove defective parts for repair.
• Maintain and perform preventative maintenance on processing equipment.
• Handle plumbing and electrical tasks related to equipment installation.
• Document all maintenance work and notify supervisor of required parts.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation protocols are followed before operations resume.

Skills

Pneumatics

Power transmission

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Education

High school diploma

Maintenance certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Maintenance experience

Job description

Summary

This position is a Maintenance Technician in an egg production and processing facility. The purpose of this position is to complete minor to major equipment repairs during non-production and production times of the day.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate and test machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
• Dismantle machines, equipment or devices to access and remove defective parts to conduct repairs
• Maintain food processing equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, such as; inspecting motors, bearings, belts, fluid levels and replacing filters
• Perform general maintenance tasks to include; plumbing, electrical wiring, installation of new equipment and parts
• Document all maintenance performed including preventative maintenance
• Identify any required parts needed and notify supervisor
• Ensure facility supervisors are notified when maintenance or repairs are to be undertaken in any food handling area
• Remove all tools and debris from any maintenance activity once it has been completed. Notify appropriate personnel of completion so appropriate hygiene and sanitation can be performed before commencement of facility operations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• Minimum of high school diploma
• Maintenance certification or equivalent experience
• Must be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification
• Previous experience in maintenance is required. Experience in Food Manufacturing or Processing very desirable
• Safety programs and processes, such as Confined Space, LOTO, Hazcom, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, etc.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Strong ability to work alone or with little supervision
• Ability to determine causes of operating errors and be able to resolve them
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Strong knowledge in Pneumatics, and Power Transmission are required

Physical Demands

Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and water, and chemicals. Temperature is regulated for operations standards. Cooler temperatures occur in specific areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions. Employees are required to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) due to working in a food manufacturing environment (hairnets, clean clothes, etc.).

The starting rate for this position is $21.36, incremental increases are earned through developing skills and qualifications.