Manufacturing Maintenance Technician I

Civil Recruit; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil Recruit is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician I for our Tempe, AZ dairy processing plant. The role involves performing mechanical and electrical repairs, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure continuous operation of all equipment in a fast-paced facility.

The position requires 3+ years in manufacturing, knowledge of electrical distribution and mechanical systems, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Understanding of engineering theory for plant operations.
• Knowledge of Homogenizers, Blow Molds, and Electrical Distribution (480V/60Hz/3 Phase).
• Ability to read technical manuals, plant drawings and schematics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough walkthroughs and assessments of equipment in operation and during shutdowns.
• Perform routine mechanical and electrical repairs on equipment.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning and out-of-service equipment.
• Provide mechanical assistance to plant Operators during troubleshooting and repairs.
• Monitor and maintain plant systems to operate equipment.
• Be available to work shifts as required.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Engineering principles

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Lock Out/Tag Out

Microsoft Outlook

Lean manufacturing

Job description

About the job Manufacturing Maintenance Technician I

Summary

Overview: Entry-level technician to provide mechanical and electrical support of all components, systems, and subsystems to ensure proper operations within a dairy processing and manufacturing plant. The worker will make all repairs, replacements, and adjustments to all installed equipment as well as maintain structural integrity of the facility, as directed.

Role Location: Tempe Milk Plant 1115 W Alameda Drive, Tempe, AZ 85282 Work Schedule: 4pm- 2am 4/10's, Sunday through Wednesday (Thursday, Friday Saturday off) Is there possibility this assignment will be extended? Possibly Is there a possibility this assignment will convert to full time? It's possible. Depends on candidate performance.

Responsibilities

Major Activities Performed:

Conduct a thorough walkthrough and assessment of all equipment, in operation and shut down, and all ongoing preventive maintenance actions in progress.

Perform routine mechanical and electrical repairs on equipment, as required.

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment, as required.

Conduct troubleshooting on all malfunctioning and/or out-of-service equipment.

Provide mechanical assistance to various plant Operators in the troubleshooting and repair of equipment, as needed.

Monitor and maintain plant systems and subsystems, as required, to operate various equipment.

Be available to work shift to fulfill personnel slotting requirements, as directed.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

3+ years in a manufacturing/production environment within a related industry (Preference is for food manufacturing).

Understanding of engineering theory and principles as related to plant operations

Technology the candidate must have knowledge of: Homogenizers, Blow Molds, Electrical Distribution (480V/60Uz/3 Phase), Welding experience a plus Proper use of tools and techniques with limited supervision.

Ability to read and understand technical manuals, plant drawings and schematics.

Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

Desired Qualifications

Strong Mechanical and Electrical aptitude.

General knowledge of plant equipment to include boiler operations, knowledge of fluid heat exchangers, part inventory and storage control, refridgeration cooling systems, types fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, air compressor operations, electrical distribution, electrical and electronic controls, welding operations.

Knowledge and understanding of Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and requirements.

Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook programs.

Experience with Lean Manufacturing Principles.