Maintenance Technician I: Production Machinery & PLC

Temperance Distilling Company; Temperance (MI); On-site; USD 42,705 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans.

Sick time after 90 days

Job summary

Temperance Distilling Company in Temperance, MI, is seeking a Maintenance Technician I (Experienced Machine Operator) for setup and changeover of production machinery. This full-time role reports to the Plant Supervisor and offers an hourly wage of $31-$35.

Responsibilities include assisting with repairs, preventative maintenance, inspections, and adhering to GMP/SQF standards, with shifts Mon-Thu and overtime Fridays when needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, with 0-1 years of related experience (food or beverage industry preferred).
• Some Machine Maintenance or mechanical experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a team and independently, following standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and quality guidelines with a high sense of urgency and attention to detail, ability to effectively communicate while working independently and with teammates in a fast-paced / high-volume production work environment.
• Inspect and assess machinery / equipment prior to use; safely and efficiently operate a diverse assortment of machinery, tools, and equipment; investigate, diagnose, and troubleshoot challenging production issues; set up, repair, adjust, fine-tune and changeover machinery; validate all product out-put meets company / customer standards.
• Comprehension of schematics, blueprints, and mechanical illustrations to skillfully perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) and gauge Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• Work with a senior technician to acquire knowledge regarding machinery, equipment, products, and production process; evaluate cause and effects of adjustments / modifications, proactively anticipate possible barriers and outcomes, analyze results to establish adequate solutions.
• Communicate with leadership on open issues and resolution progress.
• Promote standards for cleanliness and safe work environments, ensure your work area’s meet these expectations.
• Follow regulatory guidelines (FDA, MDARD, TTB) and standards (GMP, SQF, OK Kosher, Oregon Tilth Organic).
• Perform all assigned tasks with food/beverage safety and integrity in mind.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

Machine maintenance

Excellent communication

Follow SOPs

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Temperance Distilling Company in Temperance, MI, is seeking a Maintenance Technician I (Experienced Machine Operator) for setup and changeover of production machinery. This full-time role reports to the Plant Supervisor and offers an hourly wage of $31-$35.

Responsibilities include assisting with repairs, preventative maintenance, inspections, and adhering to GMP/SQF standards, with shifts Mon-Thu and overtime Fridays when needed.