Production Maintenance Technician

Aloe Vera of America, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Aloe Vera of America, Inc. is seeking a Production Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and sanitation on the production line.

The role involves programming robot and automation controls, maintaining PLCs and electrical distribution, and implementing cost-saving automation opportunities. Candidates should have mechanical aptitude, familiarity with Lockout/Tagout, welding (MIG/TIG), and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to read manuals.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety standards.
• Familiarity with electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with welding processes (MIG/TIG) is preferred.
• Ability to read schematics and build or repair equipment.
• Willingness to work long hours and off-shifts.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain all robot and automation controls programs for all equipment.
• Implement automation opportunities for cost savings.
• Maintain robotic, control systems, and safety control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks.
• Maintain all PLC and software, plant wide and integrate equipment as needed.
• Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot motor controls including VFDs and electrical components.
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical systems (480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, 24VDC).
• Assist in mechanical maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Disassemble and reassemble production filling equipment.
• Set up production lines for specific products and adjust settings.
• Log all work in CMMS and ensure SOP compliance.
• Work safely and comply with GMP and company policies.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Pneumatics/Hydraulics/Electrical

MIG welding

TIG welding

Electrical maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Reading schematics/manuals

Forklift operation

Measurement and math

Communication skills

Willing to work long hours

Tools

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Forklift

Scissor lift

Electrical meters

CMMS

PLC/Control software

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

TITLE:Prodution Maintenance Technician

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform maintenance and sanitation duties on the production line as required by the Standard Operating Procedures and Supervisor direction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Create and maintain all robot and automation controls programs for all equipment.
• Implement automation opportunities for cost savings.
• Maintain robotic, control systems, and safety control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
• Maintain all PLC and software, plant wide. Integrate existing and new equipment, as needed.
• Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot Motor Controls, including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components.
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems.
• Assist in the mechanical maintenance of equipment, as needed.
• Disassemble production filling equipment (remove fill valves, cylinders, hopper, supply hoses).
• Reassemble and set up production filling equipment (replace fill valves, cylinders, hopper, supply hoses) using hand tools.
• Setup production lines for specific products (adjust fill volume, set cap height, set date code, and rail width).
• Learns and begins to develop personal knowledge of proper basic troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and control system problems
• Safely use appropriate equipment for each repair (welder, hand tools, electrical meter, grinders, etc.)
• Maintain plant equipment in a technically perfect condition as per SOP’s, Machine Service and Repair Manuals.
• Log all work and wrench-time on daily work orders and/or in the CMMS
• Clean equipment as directed, using chemicals, spray hose, etc. after completing maintenance tasks.
• Use company approved personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for various tasks.
• Operate a scissor lift to change lamps in high bay fixtures, assist with installing electrical conduits in an overhead ceiling, etc.
• Perform work in Permitted and Non-Permitted Confined Space, Inside Mixing vessels, Storage Tanks etc.
• Order equipment parts using a parts requisition form and return to Maintenance Supervisor or Designated Parts Coordinator
• Work long hours and call-ins as needed.
• Work in a safe manner always, complying with safety, health, environmental, food and drug regulations, GMPs and company policies.
• Communicate corrective and preventive issues to managers and coworkers.
• Cooperate with production personnel to ensure maximum quality and production.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work.
• All other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:

• Mechanical ability.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and electrical.
• Knowledge of MIG and TIG welding.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Carpentry skills.
• English reading ability for reading and understanding schematics, manuals, building plans, building codes and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of building codes such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Ability to operate a forklift/scissor lift.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, reports, equipment manufacturer instructions and requirements.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to use simple math to measure fill speed, fill rate, etc.
• Ability to Communicate Clearly
• Willing and able to work long hours and off-shift.
• Ability to properly use hand tools.
• Ability to properly use measuring devices (tape measure, depth gauge, calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Willingness to perform tasks as required.
• Ability to work with Supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:

• Lift up to 50 pounds from the floor level to shoulder height or visa-versa.
• Stand for up to three hours at a time.
• Visual acuity see set up, recognize problems, troubleshoot and make repairs.
• Sit, bend, squat, reach, pull, twist, and turn.
• Reach forward and overhead.
• Manual dexterity skills to use hand tools, such as wrench, pliers, sockets, wrenches, socket sets, screwdri