Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

American Sugar Refining, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 44,083 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Vacation, holiday and sick time

Shift differentials: 2nd +1.00, 3rd +1

Job summary

ASR Group is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on repairing and maintaining machinery, conveyors, and production equipment, with emphasis on preventive maintenance and safety compliance.

The candidate must adapt to varying shifts, including weekends, to support production needs. The position requires strong mechanical skills, experience in manufacturing, and the ability to work cross-functionally to improve processes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience
• Highly organized, self-starter with minimal supervision
• Ability to work a flex schedule including weekends and holidays
• Strong mechanical aptitude with manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Performs routine facility maintenance as assigned
• Performs Preventative Maintenance regularly
• PLC Troubleshooting
• Observes and troubleshoots mechanical devices; replaces defective parts
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder to make/repair parts
• Assist in startup processes to ensure equipment operates correctly

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or related training

Tools

Lathe

Drill press

Grinder

Metalworking tools

Job description

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

Overview

The Maintenance Technician repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment; gear and sprocket drives, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, loading systems, production machines and equipment by performing the following duties.

This position requires the flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime, as needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.

Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

• Performs routine facility maintenance as assigned
• Performs Preventative Maintenance regularly
• PLC Troubleshooting
• Observes and troubleshoots mechanical devices in operation by adjusting functional parts of devices and control instruments, as well as repairing/replacing defective parts
• Optimizes capabilities of various packing (bagging) machines
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices
• Responsible for aiding in startup process to ensure equipment is operating correctly
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
• Contains a strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to assist in resolving issues and fostering Continuous Improvement
• Keep maintenance shop and parts/tool/belt storage areas clean and organized.
• Fill out all required paperwork promptly and accurately.
• Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained.
• Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.
• All other duties as assigned

Work Experiences

• 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience required, preferable within a manufacturing facility
• Proven ability to successfully meet customer and management deadlines
• Highly organized, self-starter that can work with little direct supervision
• Ability to work a flex schedule as needed

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required
• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Essential Capabilities (knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Personal Attributes)

• Ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Results-oriented, process improvement focused
• Ability to work cross functionally to achieve outstanding results
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in manufacturing

Compensation

• Hourly rate $32-37.50/hour based on experience. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.
• 2nd Shift differential: $1.00/hr; 3rd Shift differential: $1.50/hr

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Buffalo, NY

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.