Manufacturing Maintenance Technician- Avon

Harlan Bakeries LLC; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing industry is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment reliability across the plant. This role involves maintaining safety standards and performing preventative maintenance to minimize downtime, contributing to the overall efficiency of operations. The ideal candidate should have significant maintenance experience, be proficient in mechanical and electrical systems, and possess strong troubleshooting abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years maintenance experience or 5 years related trade experience required.
• Experience in food processing/manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient in basic machine and electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and food-safety by following all company policies.
• Support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program to reduce downtime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues, including electrical and mechanical systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Troubleshooting

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Basic machine tools

Hand tools

Electrical troubleshooting equipment

Welding equipment (MIG and stick)

Job description

Overview

The Manufacturing Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability by repairing and maintaining a wide range of processing equipment across the plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and food-safety by following all company, OSHA, and government rules and procedures including; Lock-out / Tag-out procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), personal safety, and food safety/SQF Program standards;
• Effectively support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime;
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and develop sustainable solutions for issues with equipment to include; PLC controlled equipment, plant electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic, and mechanical systems including motors, instrumentation, distribution, and feed control systems;
• Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted;
• Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders and detailed logs;
• Assist with equipment change overs and line startups, troubleshooting issues as needed;
• Identify required parts and maintain current inventories, and parts reorder lists;
• Act with a Continuous Improvement mindset seeking areas of opportunity for improvement and participating in cross-functional CI focused projects;
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor’ degree in related field (technical or vocational education) highly preferred but not required;
• Minimum of 3 years maintenance experience or 5 years related trade experience required;
• Six months or more of experience in the food processing/manufacturing preferred;
• Proficient in use of basic machine tools and hand tools;
• Proficient in use of basic electrical trouble-shooting equipment;
• Able to properly wire electric motors;
• Able to stick and MIG weld carbon and SS;
• Able to plasma and oxy acetylene cut material;
• Ability to read specifications and pay attention to detail;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Must provide own hand tools. Company will provide specialized tools.