Maintenance Technician

RadNet, Inc.; West Middlesex (Mercer County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform repairs on production, processing, and packaging equipment. The role calls for preventive maintenance, routine inspections, and interpreting technical manuals to ensure reliability.

You will support installation of new equipment, assist operators with troubleshooting, and diligently document all work orders in line with SOPs and GMP compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from trade/technical school preferred in electrical, PLC/HMI, mechanical, welding, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
• 2–4 years maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, PLC, HVAC or related experience.
• Experience on equipment including maintenance, lubrication, material handling, and packaging.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and/or repairs on production, processing, and packaging equipment and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections to assess reliability and performance.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and schematics to perform required maintenance.
• Support installation of new equipment and assist operators with troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Complete work orders timely and document all work in accordance with SOPs.

Skills

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Trade/technical school in electrical/mechanical/HVAC

Tools

Forklift operation

Electric meters

Power tools

Job description

Company

Dairy Farmers of America

Location

Description

3pm-1am shift Monday through Friday

$28.56 / hour plus $2.00 per hour shift premium

• Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
• Perform preventive maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Support the installation of new equipment
• Assist operators with troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
• Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Follow MRO procedures for work orders and parts
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The ability to cover other maintenance employee for PTO and other types of Leave.
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assig ned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
• 2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
• Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner
• Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs
• Able to perform minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to pass certification and operate a fork truck
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Pay Range

$28.56 / hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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