Maintenance Technician

KURZ USA; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Lexington, North Carolina, to ensure optimal operation of plant equipment and machinery. Responsibilities include conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting malfunctions, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have strong electrical and mechanical skills, familiarity with CMMS systems, and experience in fast-paced environments. The role offers the chance to make a significant impact in minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and boiler systems.
• Ability to perform preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Experience in a fast-paced CPG environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical skills

Collaboration

Communication

Project management

Quality control

Safety compliance

Technical skills

Compliance with GMP

Continuous improvement

Tools

CMMS systems (e.g., EMaint)

Forklifts

Job description

Training

Day Shift

Schedule

Evening (12 hour, 7PM - 7AM)

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the optimal operation of plant equipment and machinery through preventative and corrective maintenance activities. This role is critical in minimizing downtime, maximizing productivity, and maintaining a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Proven utilization of knowledge of electrical, industrial controls, mechanical, hydraulic, compressed air, boiler systems, ammonia refrigeration systems, waste treatment systems, and building maintenance in a hi speed CPG environment
• Proven knowledge and implementation of continuous improvement techniques such as 5S, Lean, TPM
• Conduct routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on equipment to prevent breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize production downtime.
• Perform equipment installations and modifications.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Work closely with production teams to identify equipment issues and implement solutions to optimize operations.
• Utilize maintenance software to track repairs, schedule maintenance activities, and manage inventory of maintenance supplies.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical skills with the ability to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Must be able to maintain knowledge of and exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals
• Must have the ability to use close and distance vision including color and peripheral vision with or without vision correction means
• Must be able to visually and auditorily detect obstacles and potential dangers in a production environment setting
• Effective prioritization and time management skills to balance multiple tasks.
• May be required to work overtime, weekends, or on rotating shifts as needed.
• Other Duties as required.

Skills and Abilities

• Collaboration: Works independently. Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration.
• Communication: Collaborate clearly with operators, helpers, and team members to ensure smooth production flow in person and via email.
• Project management: Ability to handle multiple tasks with changing priorities.
• Quality control: Possess a keen eye for detail
• Safety compliance: Prioritizes safety by actively adhering to all LOCO and OSHA standards and forklift safety protocols while maintaining focus in potentially hazardous environments.
• Physical abilities: Meet the physical demands of the role, including static pull strength of 84 lbs., push 60 lbs., lift 50 lbs. Mount/dismount a sit-down forklift.
• Technical skills: Possess basic computer skills to operate production related software and maintain digital records. Forklift knowledge (sit-down)
• Compliance: Understanding and adherence to GMP regulations and procedures.
• Systems Proficiency: Ability to utilize CMMS systems (e.g., EMaint) for work order management and maintenance planning.
• Continuous improvement: Maintain a process optimization