Maintenance Technician Lead

Albanese Candy; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the confectionery sector is seeking a Maintenance Technician Lead to ensure that production machinery operates efficiently and safely. This role is crucial for maintaining high standards of equipment reliability and sanitation, directly impacting the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will possess mechanical and electrical skills, along with a strong commitment to safety and quality standards. Join a team that values accountability and teamwork, where your contributions will help drive operational success and foster a culture of excellence in food safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain sanitary conditions for Food Safety.
• Must have basic math skills and be able to read weight scale readings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team with clear direction based on line priority.
• Maintain all equipment to the highest possible standards.
• Assist with continual updating of PM program to the equipment’s specific needs.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Problem-solving

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Post-secondary education or technical trade certificate

Job description

UNDERSTANDING

Maintenance Technician Leads are essential to manufacturing and processing confectionery products. Through training and development, they direct the flow of assignments, diagnose, repair, maintain and operate multiple pieces of automated production machinery. Simply stated, they provide customer service to all departments to ensure Albanese maintains reliable operational success

SCOPE

This team member supports all operations and is responsible for making sure that equipment runs and operates to OEM standards to support our manufacturing process. They are responsible for holding themselves and others accountable by focusing on first being effective and having a safety-first mentality.

CORE VALUES

Our 5 Core Values are more than just words, they’re a way of life. We know that companies with a strong culture & a higher purpose perform better in the long run.

• Own It
• Hustle and Refuse to Settle
• LovePeople
• Act for the Greater Good
• Find a way

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the team with clear direction based on line priority
• Ensure team members are following proper MRO procedures
• Respond to all Maintenance calls in Production.
• Maintain all equipment to the highest possible standards.
• Assist Production employees during machine changeovers when needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment with consideration of all those who may be working in the same area.
• Assist Maintenance Manager is scheduling, implementing, and revising PM routines.
• Inform the proper management of any maintenance supplies needed.
• Enter maintenance data in CMMS program.
• Assist with continual updating of PM program to the equipment’s specific needs.
• Identify problems and implement solutions.
• Ensure that your work environment is safe.
• Perform Sanitation.
• Follow company safety procedures.
• Must comply with all company Quality, HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety standards.
• And other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to maintain sanitary conditions for Food Safety.
• Must have basic math skills (with use of a calculator)
• Must be able to read and interpret weight scale readings and tape measures.
• Must be able to lift up-to 25 pounds consistently and 50 pounds on occasion.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of a 12-hour shift with applicable breaks.
• Regular and timely attendance

EDUCATION

• Must have a High School Diploma or a G.E.D.
• Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate is an asset.
• Previous Mechanical/Electrical training is an asset.