Maintenance Technician ZFS

Zeeland-Farm-Services-I; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeeland-Farm-Services-I in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Maintenance Technician ZFS to maintain, repair and replace plant equipment to maximize production and quality, in alignment with company policies.

The role involves applying preventative maintenance, coordinating with operations, supporting new installations, and adhering to safety and environmental standards; requires high school or equivalent and trade training.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent with related trade certificate preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of maintenance/operation in a process manufacturing facility.
• Ability to learn new industrial equipment mechanics and basic electrical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and replace plant equipment to ensure maximum production and quality.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot maintenance-related issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate with operations to plan maintenance and repairs.
• Support new installations and other projects as assigned by supervisor.
• Adhere to safety, health, environmental programs and regulations.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school certificate

Job description

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Maintenance Technician ZFS

Full Time Production Zeeland, MI, US

Schedule: Monday thru Friday - 10 hour shifts with alternating on-call for nights and weekends.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the maintenance, repair and/or replacement of plant equipment and systems, to ensure maximum production and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates in the established maintenance plan and compliance with procedures for maintaining high standards of ethanol and by-products operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standards.
• Repairs or replaces plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basis. Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues.
• Performs preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Communicates directly with operations department to coordinate maintenance and repair work.
• Assists with new installations and other projects, as requested by the supervisor.
• Participates in safety, health, and environmental programs. Works in a safe manner at all times.
• Knows and understands city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to maintenance and plant equipment, and works in a manner to ensure that these regulations are met at all times.
• Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Assist all other employees and departments as required for efficient plant operation.
• Capable of performing and learning new industrial equipment mechanical repairs and basic electrical repairs.
• Provides a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety requirements.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe workstation/environment at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

• Education: High School or Equivalent required, and related technical field, certificate, or diploma from a trade school in related field, preferred.
• Experience: In-depth knowledge of maintenance and/or operation of a process manufacturing facility, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of plant equipment and safety.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and senior level management.
• Ability to maintain good attendance habits.
• Abide by all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
• Abide by company’s safety, quality, environmental and HR policies at all times.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to complete a respiratory fit test (initially, then annually).
• Able to work with heights up to and including 225 feet.
• Able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to work in areas subject to loud noise levels, odor, and airborne particles.