Maintenance Technician

Tom Trese; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company is looking for a Food Processing Maintenance Technician in Manhattan, Kansas. The role involves day-to-day maintenance of production equipment, troubleshooting various mechanical systems, and ensuring operational efficiency. Ideal candidates should have 3 to 4 years of experience in maintenance, particularly in a food-grade production environment. Strong skills in PLCs and teamwork are essential for adapting and resolving issues effectively. Long hours may be required, and reliable transportation is necessary for travel between facilities.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years related experience in maintenance.
• Ability to understand blueprints and mechanical handbooks.
• Knowledge in Industrial Electricity, Pumps, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day maintenance of production equipment.
• Provide emergency repairs of equipment.
• Maintain operating knowledge of machinery and processing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Pneumatic troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Teamwork

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Conveyor systems

Auxiliary equipment (chillers, dryers)

Job description

3rd Shift, 4/5pm for an 8 or 10hr shift, Sunday - Thursday.

Job Responsibilities

• The Food Processing Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the day to day maintenance of infrastructure and equipment that produces canned coffee products
• Actively participates in efficient maintenance and changeover of equipment that supports the conversion of raw materials to finished goods
• Maintains operating knowledge of all equipment and processing including updates to equipment or processes
• Employee must be able to work in both Wichita and Manhattan facilities as needed, with reliable transportation, and the ability to work long hours as needed

Essential Job Functions

• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance of equipment
• Perform mechanical skills including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting
• Repair and maintain machinery and equipment such as motors, pneumatic tools, and conveyor systems
• Read and interpret equipment manuals for daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance
• Perform service and maintain auxiliary equipment such as chillers, heaters, dryers, grinders, and conveyors

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl in tight spaces
• The employee must be capable of lifting/moving up to 100 lbs

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Expert attention to detail
• A strong background in Maintenance with 3 to 4 years related experience
• The ability to understand blueprints, schematic diagrams and mechanical handbooks is essential, as is the ability to roll up your sleeves and get creative when your solution isn’t in there
• Should have experience and be knowledgeable in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Must have experience in production environment maintenance, with food grade production environment preferred
• Ability to work well with others and fix issues in a timely manner
• An ideal candidate would have some experience in all the following, preferably with major experience within at least one category: Industrial Electricity/Electronics, Pumps, Pipe Fitting/Plumbing, Machine Installation and Rigging, Conveyor Systems, HVAC Systems, Building Construction, Shop Safety