Maintenance Technician - Weekend Night Shift

Post Holdings; Klingerstown (PA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food processing is seeking a Maintenance Tech I to join their innovative team. In this role, you will assist in the installation and troubleshooting of production equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency. You'll work closely with experienced mechanics while maintaining open communication with production management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a team that values quality and safety in food production. If you are eager to enhance your skills and grow in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical (HSA/PPO)

Dental

Vision

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Retirement Plan w/ match

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Plan

Paid holidays and PTO on Day 1

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• One-year technical certificate or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in maintenance in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all production equipment under supervision.
• Communicate effectively with maintenance and production teams.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Technical Maintenance

Mathematical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

One-year certificate from college or technical school

Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification

Driver’s license

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

3-phase Electricity Knowledge

Welding Equipment

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Klingerstown, Pennsylvania known for their ice cream socials at Klingerstown Lutheran Parish, fishing rodeo, and fireman's parade.

Responsibilities

*Sign on Bonus Available - Minimum $2,000*

Weekend Night Shift; 3 - 12 hour shifts

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of the production Maintenance Tech I is to assist in installing and troubleshooting all equipment. The Maintenance Tech I should monitor the machinery on a regular basis to ensure safety and efficiency. All employees, the company and community benefit from the work done by the mechanic ensuring that all equipment is working according to plant needs and customer specifications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all production equipment in assigned area under the guidance of higher-level production mechanics.
• Maintain open, accurate communication with other maintenance employees as well as production management.
• Complete all assigned work orders completely and accurately document all prudent information describing the completion of the work order.
• Perform technical maintenance tasks under close supervision.
• Provide all information necessary to maintain proper parts inventories.
• Work with production operators to identify process improvements wherever possible.
• Assist with other duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Expected to adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained in order to maintain SQF certification. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• One-year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification.
• Driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain HazMat certification.
• Ability to obtain Confined Space Entry certification.
• Ability to obtain LOTO certification.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Experience in a maintenance occupation in a manufacturing environment with strong industrial electrical ability or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties.
• Basic understanding of 3-phase electricity.
• Ability to maintain various pumps (positive pressure, centrifugal, etc.).
• Ability to work independently when directed.
• Ability to structurally weld varying common metals.
• Working knowledge of motor controllers, low voltage electrical systems, proximity switches, photo-eyes, and variable frequency drives.
• Basic understanding of schematics and blue prints.
• Basic understanding of various diagnostic equipment including, but not limited to, ohms meters, voltage meters, etc.
• Thoroughly understand and follow all OSHA and Company regulations as they relate to the maintenance field (LOTO, CSE, PPE, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work and may not include all of the duties required of the position.

Benefits:

• Medical (HSA/PPO)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Retirement Plan w/ match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Paid holidays and PTO on Day 1
• Growth opportunities
• Incentive Plan