Night Shift Maintenance Technician I

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc in Kentucky is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to ensure maximum operating efficiency and maintenance of production machinery. Responsibilities include responding to production requests, maintaining records, and assisting fellow maintenance personnel.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma, one year of maintenance experience, and a basic understanding of mechanical systems. The role requires handling materials and working in a fast-paced environment with a temperature range of 50-60 degrees F.

Qualifications

• 1 year of maintenance experience and/or training.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to production issues and maintain production equipment.
• Maintain records of preventative maintenance.
• Create requisitions for equipment and supplies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Maintenance Technician I will ensure maximum operating efficiency, maintenance and repair of machines and equipment in production and facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Respond to production requests for immediate attention to production issues and problems.
• Maintain production equipment.
• Maintain records of preventative maintenance.
• Create requisitions of equipment and supplies to maintain equipment.
• Assist other maintenance personnel as required.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies & procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year of maintenance experience and /or training or more.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
• Entry level experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 1 year of food manufacturing experience or more.
• SAP experience.
• Experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems / PSM.

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
• Product weight: up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.