Maintenance Tech

Daybreak Foods, Inc.; Graettinger (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Daybreak Foods, Inc. in Iowa is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our egg production and processing facility. You will perform minor to major equipment repairs during both non-production and production times to keep operations running smoothly.

This role requires hands-on maintenance, attention to safety, and the ability to work with limited supervision. Experience in food manufacturing and maintenance certification are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Maintenance certification or equivalent experience.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Experience in food manufacturing maintenance desirable.
• Familiarity with safety programs (Confined Space, LOTO, Hazcom, Hot Work, Electrical Safety).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate and test machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
• Dismantle machines to access and replace defective parts.
• Maintain food processing equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment (motors, bearings, belts, fluids, filters).
• Perform general maintenance (plumbing, electrical work, install new equipment).
• Document all maintenance performed including preventative maintenance.
• Identify required parts and notify supervisor.
• Notify facility supervisors before maintenance in food handling areas.
• Remove tools and debris and ensure sanitation after maintenance.

Skills

Machine knowledge

Independence

Problem solving

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma

Maintenance certification or equivalent experience

First Aid/CPR certification

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.

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

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