Maintenance Technician

Rangen Inc.; Idaho; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rangen Inc. in Idaho is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to oversee and conduct maintenance tasks to ensure facility efficiency. You will work Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime and Saturdays required.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, a strong mechanical aptitude, and a solid understanding of preventive maintenance programs and safety protocols.

Join Rangen Inc., an equal-opportunity employer, and become part of our diverse and growing team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all maintenance tasks and oversee equipment repair.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance programs.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting ability

Knowledge of hydraulics

Preventive Maintenance programs

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree or Technical Degree

Tools

Microsoft products

Job description

Position Summary

Rangen, LLC has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Mechanic. The position will be responsible for preventive maintenance and other maintenance tasks that are necessary to keep each facility running at optimal capacity and efficiency. This is a Monday through Friday position, with occasional Saturdays as needed. Qualified candidates must be able to work overtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and conduct all maintenance tasks
• Work with location management personnel to coordinate major equipment repair
• Coordinate preventative maintenance programs to meet mechanical needs and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Willingness to occasionally work extended shifts to get breakdowns and special projects completed.
• Confer with operations management teams as it pertains to equipment breakdowns and potential issues with facilities.
• Handle fabrication duties for various small projects within each facility
• Follow up on any and all corrective actions that require maintenance oversight
• Respond quickly to emergency maintenance situations and provide contractor oversight when needed to provide a solution
• Work directly with contractors to ensure 3rd party work is completed safely and meets quality specifications
• Oversee and manage equipment list and assess new equipment for preventative maintenance needs and failure points
• Assist safety and quality teams when needed to ensure compliance with regulatory rules and regulations
• Serve as member of Food Safety Team
• Participate in all required training
• Responsible for reporting mechanical and electrical problems to management, up to and including stopping a production line
• Ensure compliance with all Food Safety Guidelines, FDA and OSHA guidelines, as well as Federal and State laws governing the workplace
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• At least 2 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or other related fields, with an Associate Degree or Technical Degree in a pertinent field (a bonus)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Working knowledge of hydraulics
• Working knowledge of manufacturing environments or other manufacturing experience
• General understanding of Preventive Maintenance programs and how to implement these in a manufacturing facility
• Understanding of lockout/tagout (LOTO) and other safety protocols
• Strong communication skills
• Experience using Microsoft computer products
• Ability to lift to 55 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights, including climbing ladders and stairs
• Comfortable working in narrow and confined spaces, with no claustrophobia

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Experience with many facets of industrial operations, including welding, electrical, bearings, chains, shafts, belts, electric motors, etc.
• Mechanical knowledge of processing equipment such as mixers, screw conveyers, hammer mills, grain legs
• Welding certificates, electrical certificate
• Having a safety-first mindset

Rangen, LLC Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. Rangen, LLC considers all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status. We invite you to join our diverse & growing team.