Maintenance Technician (Nights)

Schreiber Foods, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid vacation

Wellness program

Childcare assistance

Job summary

Schreiber Foods, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Nights shift to maintain electrical and mechanical equipment, controls and instrumentation in the designated area, and to participate in plant projects to improve reliability.

You will respond to production calls, perform PLC programming for upgrades, cross-train with other shifts, and help develop preventive maintenance routes while ensuring Food Safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• BATC Maintenance Technician Advanced preferred.
• Minimum 2 years industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience with electrical & mechanical maintenance, PLCs and instrumentation.
• Experience with food-grade facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to production calls for equipment maintenance (malfunctions, failures).
• Repair and modifications to production equipment to improve efficiency.
• Program PLC additions and upgrades.
• Cross-train with other shifts and document changes.
• Perform condition-based routing and PM tasks.

Job description

Shift: Nights, 7On7Off, 6:15P-6:15A Pay: L2-$$31.91-$35.10 Must be able to pass level 2 Maintenance Ramsay

WORK SHIFT: Nights (United States of America)

POSITION PURPOSE: Production support and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical equipment, controls, and instrumentation in designated area. Involvement in plant projects to assure reliability and maintainability with plant resources.

ANY AND ALL OTHER DUTIES ASSIGNED BY LEADERSHIP

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Must have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate in English (be able to write, read, speak and understand) Respond to production calls for equipment maintenance (failure, troubleshooting, malfunction, etc.) Repair and modifications to production equipment to maintain and/or increase efficiency PLC programming of additions, upgrades, and enhancements Cross over with other shifts and communicate daily information Clean and maintain areas of responsibility according to Schreiber standards Help develop, maintain and monitor routes using UE Perform condition based monitoring routes on plant assets Assist in collecting data with the Vibration Analysis technician Help develop routes and PM’s as new maintenance reliability tools are introduced Perform collection of oil samples and send samples for analysis Assist maintenance partners in replacing components identified as needing replaced through the use of reliability tools Take pictures and create Visual Work Instructions for PM’s, routes, etc. Assist in developing Criticality assessments on plant assets Assist in reviewing PM Optimization on all plant assets Use and apply ORACLE/EAM for required work functions Utilize reliability tools for process improvement and increased reliability of our assets Perform all process CP, CCP, QP, and CQP checks required for the position Follow reaction plans for Food Safety, Food Quality and customer requirement deviations Be able to identify and understand customer requirements and assist in assuring proper production operation Demonstrate identity of product and, record accurate data on production reports

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Train operators on safety and proper equipment operation Maintain stock of essential spare parts inventory Continuous improvement in skills and knowledge of improvements in automation industry Design and installation of new equipment Maintain documentation libraries for production equipment and upgrades Assists other mechanics outside primary department assignment. Assist in audits and audit preparation

Education Required: BATC Maintenance Technician Advanced preferred Experience Required: 2 years Industrial Maintenance in fast paced environment Schreiber Maintenance Mechanic Level 2 Ramsay Test – if applicant is a current maintenance partner, they must pass level 2 test by the end of current training program. Failure to pass level 2 test will result in loss of bid position

Skills Required: Maintenance Technician industrial maintenance experience is required. Experience including but not limited to: Use of tools and meters, Pneumatics and hydraulics, Lubrication of bearings and seals, drives and transmissions, use and reading of prints, ammonia systems, air compressors and dryers, hot and cold water systems, engines and air handlers. Candidate must be adept in performing maintenance and repairs in high tech pieces of equipment. Candidate must be willing to preform electrical and mechanical installations. You must be willing to work in high stress situations including bringing systems on-line and up to meeting production goals. Candidate must be knowledgeable in fabrication for food grade facilities. Partner should be knowledgeable in areas of electronic fundamentals and Motor Control Centers. Candidate should excel in analyzing and solving problems with various electrical and mechanical controls systems.

KEY SKILLS -Maintenance of electrical and mechanical controls -Installations & Ramp up -Electromechanical design and install -Fabrication for Food grade facilities -Wiring Diagrams -Troubleshooting -Welding (arc, mig, tig, oxy/acet) -Testing Instruments - Motors & Control center -PLC training/experience. -Troubleshooting skills using VOM’s, oscilloscope, , PLCs, panelviews -Good interaction and communication skills -Excellent mechanical skills/experience -Must be willing to work any schedule/shift as needed

Physical Demands Analysis: Ability to lift up to 75 pounds Activity and Duration Walking, Minimum 6 Hours Sitting, 2 Hours Maximum Crawling under equipment, Minimum 6 Hours Climbing, Minimum 6 Hours Lifting, Minimum 6 Hours Standing, Minimum 6 Hours Eligible partners will receive: A 401(k) plan that includes up to an 8 percent Schreiber match and has been recognized as Best-in-Class for companies with 5,000-plus employees. Competitive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits without a waiting period, including second-opinion medical consultation with specialists Wellness resources, including a fitness reimbursement program and access to an interactive personalized online wellness program Paid vacation and holidays Professional growth and development opportunities through training and our Education Assistance Program Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, shelf-stable beverages and yogurt. Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success. With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do.

Life & Culture - We call ourselves partners – not employees – and there’s a good reason behind that. Our work is more than just a job. Our common goals drive and energize us as we work together to be the best we can be. Caring is a huge part of who we are. We not only help each other grow; we take care of each other along the way. Whenever a partner is experiencing a hardship, it’s common for others to take the initiative to organize fundraisers to help support them through our Partners Helping Partners program. We also care about our communities and want to help make them better places to live every day. Who are we looking for? Our people are truly the heart of our company, and we’re on a journey together. It’s about more than a job. We work hard to find great people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and provide opportunities to help them grow. Like a family, we care deeply about each other