Maintenance Technician 2

Baxters North America; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxters North America in Salem, Oregon, is seeking a maintenance technician responsible for preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex production equipment. You will monitor performance, diagnose issues, and log maintenance details in the CMMS.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years of related experience (5 years preferred), and training in welding, sheet metal, machine work, plumbing, electrical systems, or calibration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of related experience; 5 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains machinery and equipment per manuals and specs using hand and power tools.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoots downtime and implements countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
• Creates requisitions for parts and materials for assigned projects.
• Performs equipment calibration and changeover.
• Attends training classes and complies with safety regulations.
• Collaborates with production and support teams to ensure food safety and product quality.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical repairs

Calibrations

CMMS software

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

Precision measuring tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Scope of Job:

This position is responsible for performing preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex electrical and mechanical production equipment and systems. Follows standard procedures to monitor equipment for performance, safety, and effectiveness. Performs equipment failure analysis to complete preventive and unscheduled maintenance. Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems. Logs equipment modifications and maintenance details in the designated system.

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains, in accordance with operation manuals and manufacturer's specifications, machinery, and mechanical equipment, such as, conveyor systems, and production equipment, by using hand, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment downtime and implements countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
• Creates requisitions for parts and materials needed for projects assigned.
• Performs equipment calibration and changeover.
• Attends company scheduled training classes.
• Complies with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Collaborate with production and support departments to ensure food safety and the quality of our products.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Highschool diploma or GED required.

Experience:

Formal training in the following: welding, sheet metal, machine work, plumbing, equipment repair, mechanical system, electrical systems, CMMS systems, and equipment calibration. Additional years of experience may substitute for training. Must have 1 to 3 years of relative experience required. Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Additional years of experience may substitute for training.

Competencies:

Automation, Calibration, Equipment Maintenance, Failure Analysis, Manufacturing Support, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Numerical Control, Production Support, Refurbishment, Total Productive Maintenance, Equipment Repairs, Mechanical Maintenance, Equipment Monitoring, Process Documentation, Mechanical Aptitude, Problem Solving Skills, Self-Directed, Diagnostic Acumen, Proactive, Innovative, Adaptive, Integrity and Operational Excellence.

Physical Requirements:

Requires prolonged standing, squatting, and walking. May lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs.