Plant Auxiliary Equipment Technician

KRIER FOODS LLC; Town of Sherman (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

KRIER FOODS LLC is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain plant auxiliary systems and ensure high reliability. You will perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and document all activities to support safe and efficient operations.

The role requires 2–5 years of relevant experience, basic plumbing/electrical knowledge, and the ability to obtain a security badge.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an industrial auxiliary equipment upkeep role.
• Proficiency in general building maintenance including plumbing and boiler systems knowledge.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant auxiliary equipment and utility systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues and take corrective action to minimize downtime.
• Monitor equipment condition and performance to identify reliability concerns before failures occur.
• Measure and track key equipment and system performance metrics.
• Assess reliability risks and recommend improvements to increase uptime and longevity.
• Maintain maintenance records, equipment history, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain standard maintenance procedures and operating documentation.
• Perform routine inspections of auxiliary equipment and identify safety concerns.
• Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance to address equipment issues and minimize production disruption.
• Assist with planning and scheduling preventative maintenance activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow OSHA and company policies.
• Assist with projects, installations, upgrades, and system improvements as needed.
• Maintain inventory of parts, tools, and supplies; participate in training to stay current.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Maintenance documentation

Safety procedures

Equipment reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Boiler systems

Water filtration systems

Electrical basics

Job description

Responsibilities:· Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant auxiliary equipment and utility systems.· Troubleshoot equipment and system issues and take appropriate corrective action to minimize downtime.· Monitor equipment condition and performance to identify potential reliability concerns before failures occur.· Measure and track key equipment and system performance metrics.· Assess reliability risks and recommend improvements to increase equipment uptime, efficiency, and longevity.· Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment history, and documentation.· Develop, update, and maintain standard maintenance procedures and operating documentation.· Perform routine inspections of auxiliary equipment and identify abnormal conditions or potential safety concerns.· Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance personnel to address equipment issues and minimize disruption to production.· Assist with planning and scheduling preventative maintenance activities.· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow all company safety policies and procedures.· Follow applicable OSHA, environmental, and company requirements related to the operation and maintenance of utility systems.· Assist with projects, equipment installations, upgrades, and system improvements as needed.· Maintain appropriate inventory of parts, tools, and supplies necessary to support assigned equipment.· Participate in training and stay current on equipment, systems, and maintenance best practices.· Perform other duties as assigned.· Initial Equipment ResponsibilitiesThe position will initially be responsible for the maintenance and reliability of the following plant auxiliary systems:Reverse Osmosis (RO) SystemWastewater SystemsSteam and Boiler SystemsAir Compressor SystemsAmmonia SystemsAs the role develops, additional systems may be added, including but not limited to:CO2 SystemsNitrogen SystemsOther plant utility and auxiliary equipment· Education: High school diploma or equivalent.· Proven experience (e.g., 2-5 years) in an Industrial Auxiliary equipment upkeep role.· Proficiency in general building maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical, boiler systems, water filtration systems knowledge.· Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.· Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.· This position may require a valid Driver’s License.· This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.· This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our location.· This position may require overtime, various shifts, weekends, holidays and alternative work schedules