Maintenance Technician 2 - 1st Shift

Baxters North America; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxters North America in Salem, Oregon is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to service complex electrical and mechanical production equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot downtime, and ensure equipment reliability.

This role requires formal training in welding, sheet metal, machine work, or related fields; 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, CMMS experience, and a strong commitment to safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED required.
• Formal training in welding, sheet metal, machine work, plumbing, equipment repair, mechanical and electrical systems, CMMS, and calibration.
• 1–3 years of related experience required; 5+ years preferred in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains machinery and production equipment using hand/power tools and precision instruments.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoots downtime and implements countermeasures.
• Creates requisitions for parts and materials.
• Performs calibration and changeover.
• Attends training classes and adheres to safety rules.
• Collaborates with production to ensure product quality and food safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Calibration

Equipment repair

Safety compliance

Documentation

Self-directed

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

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.