Maintenance Tech III

Daybreak Foods; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Daybreak Foods in Holland, MI seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform a full range of machinery repairs and preventive maintenance in a busy egg production facility. You will diagnose issues in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic systems and apply PLC-based controls as needed.

You will collaborate with operators and line mechanics, uphold safety standards, and keep detailed maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Experience performing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic repairs.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and diagnostic equipment.
• Experience with programmable controls and PLC programming.
• Ability to read and implement maintenance specifications.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including programmable controls.
• Plans and performs work using knowledge of electrical codes and materials.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment per safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators and line mechanics on operating procedures and safe work practices.
• Informs management and line mechanics of potential problems and hazards.
• Maintains maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance as directed.
• Assists maintenance personnel with troubleshooting.
• Assists and trains other maintenance and technical staff.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical & electronic systems

Mechanical systems

PLC programming

Computer literacy

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Maintenance certification or equivalent

First Aid/CPR certification

Prior maintenance experience

Food manufacturing experience desirable

Job description

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:

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gauges and test equipment.
• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Assists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employees

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

• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting.
• Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Computer experience/operation and PLC programming are necessary.
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.

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