Maintenance Technician II - 2nd Shift

Ardent Mills; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Savings with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Life and Disability Programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Shift Differential

Job summary

Ardent Mills is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to perform all phases of plant maintenance including mechanical, electrical, and building tasks. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, support preventative maintenance, and work largely on-site as the sole technician at times.

Responsibilities include completing work orders, repairing plant equipment, and training other technicians while adhering to safety and HACCP standards in a grain-processing setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effectively use computer applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including ability to problem solve.
• Demonstrated proficiency in intermediate-level technical competencies, for example, predictive and preventative maintenance, electrical systems, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with welding and fabrication.
• Knowledge of food safety requirements and HACCP.
• Knowledge of equipment and machinery typical of the grain processing industry.
• Knowledge of Packers, Conveyors, Labelers, Palletizers and Stretch wrapping machinery.
• Knowledge and understanding of 480V / 3PH electricity.
• Knowledge of PLC’s with the ability to read ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Perform departmental precision maintenance by completing work orders assigned.
• Perform general buildings and grounds repairs as necessary.
• Monitor and repair general plant equipment such as air compressors, dryers, boilers, etc.
• Understand how to work safely and speak up when you do not
• Continue to learn new skills and grow in your maintenance expertise
• Train other maintenance and reliability technicians
• Be proficient in at least intermediate-level mechanical and electrical capabilities
• Must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Skills

Maintenance experience in manufactur

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Predictive and preventive maintenance

Welding

Reading ladder logic / PLCs

Safety compliance

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Training others

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field

CMRT certification

Job description

As a Maintenance Technician II, you will be responsible to perform all phases of plant maintenance. This consists of mechanical, building & grounds, electrical and electronic repairs utilizing precision maintenance skills. Y ou will be responsible for troubleshooting, fixing, and maintaining equipment. You will support and enable preventative maintenance at the plant. You are expected to learn intermediate maintenance skills and complete related tasks as needed. You will need to be able to work independently and confidently as you will often be the only mechanic/electrician on-site.

To succeed, you must be able to:

• Deliver results in first-time situations by inspiring others and working to earn trust every day.
• Serve others with understanding, respect, and care.
• Operate with simplicity, clarity and transparency.
• Work through and drive change.
• Organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines.
• Learn and apply new technology and share your knowledge with others.

Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, compliance and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.

Your responsibilities:

• Perform departmental precision maintenance by completing work orders assigned.
• Perform general buildings and grounds repairs as necessary.
• Monitor and repair general plant equipment such as air compressors, dryers, boilers, etc.
• Understand how to work safely and speak up when you do not
• Continue to learn new skills and grow in your maintenance expertise
• Train other maintenance and reliability technicians
• Be proficient in at least intermediate-level mechanical and electrical capabilities
• Must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Essential skills and experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience in Maintenance in manufacturing environment
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effectively use computer applications
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including ability to problem solve
• Demonstrated proficiency in intermediate-level technical competencies, for example, predictive and preventative maintenance, electrical systems, and troubleshooting
• Experience with welding and fabrication
• Knowledge of food safety requirements and HACCP
• Knowledge of equipment and machinery typical of the grain processing industry.
• Knowledge of Packers, Conveyors, Labelers, Palletizers and Stretch wrapping machinery.
• Knowledge and understanding of 480V / 3PH electricity.
• Knowledge and understanding of PLC’s with the ability to read ladder logic.

Good to have:

• CMRT certification
• Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field
• Experience with carpentry, fabrication and plumbing.
• Ability to install ductwork, spouting, and other sheet metal work as required.

Physical requirements and working conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Must be able to climb and work at heights to 130ft.
• Must be able to tolerate outside year-round weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in environments typical of grain processing facilities.

Other considerations:

• A hands-on skills assessment will be administered to ensure adequate knowledge in the above requirements.
• Strong competency must be coupled with the right behaviors to be successful on our team.

Competitive Compensation:

Hourly - Hourly Plan, 38.70 USD Hourly

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
• Life and Disability Programs
• Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)

Shift Differential: The Company provides a shift differential to eligible employees who are assigned to and work shifts outside of standard business hours. Shift differential is paid in addition to the employee's regular base hourly rate and is included in the calculation of the regular rate for overtime purposes. La Compañía proporciona un diferencial de turno a los empleados elegibles que están asignados a turnos de trabajo y fuera del horario comercial estándar. El diferencial de turnos se paga además de la tarifa horaria básica regular del empleado y se incluye en el cálculo de la tarifa regular para fines de horas extras.

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Location:

Martins Creek PA

Address:

4888 South Delaware Drive, Easton PA, 18040

Employment Type:

Full time

EEO Commitment

At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non- merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills. The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills. En Ardent Mills, todos importan y todos tienen voz. Estamos comprometidos a brindar un ambiente de respeto mutuo donde haya igualdad de oportunidades disponibles para todos los solicitantes y miembros del equipo y las decisiones se basarán en el mérito, la competencia, el desempeño y las necesidades comerciales. Estamos orgullosos de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. No discriminamos por motivos de raza, color, religión, credo, origen nacional, ascendencia, estado civil, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, discapacidad física o mental, embarazo, información genética, condición de veterano, edad, política. afiliación, o cualquier otra característica no meritoria protegida por ley o no. Juntos, celebrando nuestras diferencias, formamos Ardent Mills. La descripción del puesto anterior ha sido diseñada para indicar la naturaleza general y los deberes y responsabilidades esenciales del trabajo realizado por los empleados dentro de este puesto. Es posible que no contenga un inventario completo de todos los deberes, responsabilidades y calificaciones requeridas de los empleados en este puesto. La descripción, los deberes, las funciones y las responsabilidades están sujetos a cambios a discreción de Ardent Mills.