Maintenance Technician ZFS

Zeeland Farm Services I; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeeland Farm Services I in Zeeland, MI, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair plant equipment, ensuring maximum production and quality. The role includes on-site responsibilities with occasional on-call for nights and weekends, following the established maintenance plan and safety procedures.

You will diagnose issues, perform preventative maintenance, and coordinate with operations to minimize downtime while upholding regulatory and company standards.

Qualifications

• High School or Equivalent required; related technical field preferred.
• Experience in maintenance/operation of process manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and/or replace plant equipment to maximize production and quality.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot maintenance issues; perform preventative tasks.
• Coordinate with operations to schedule maintenance work and minimize downtime.
• Assist with new installations and other projects as needed by supervisor.
• Follow safety, health, and environmental programs; maintain a clean work area.
• Comply with all regulatory and SOP requirements relevant to the role.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

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Maintenance Technician ZFS

Full Time Production Zeeland, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1817

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.