Electro-Mechanical Technician (Holton)

Johnsonville

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We can’t do what we do best – make great-tasting sausage products – unless our equipment is reliably running at its best. Members of our maintenance team keep our machines, lines and facilities running. You and your teammates will be responsible for all production and industrial refrigeration equipment, as well as our electrical controls systems. You’ll also work closely with our engineers and production members to make important upgrades to our production machinery, as we innovate and grow the business.Position OverviewAs an Electro-Mechanical Technician, you will be directly involved in the Reliability and Maintenance of the equipment and processes we use to produce our great tasting sausage. You will conduct daily maintenance activities, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and communicate with other members to help Johnsonville to become the “Best Company in the World.”

Requirements

Technical Diploma in Industrial Maintenance Technology or other technical discipline
At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience
Demonstrated electrical and mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills
Commitment to personal development and willingness to continue learning
Ability to take ownership of one’s work
Interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Organizational and prioritization skills
Highly motivated self-starter with the drive to achieve results
Computer skills required; proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP (or equivalent CMMS software)
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Must be able to work in varying temperature conditions, both cold and hot
Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Certifications or training in mechanical or electrical systems
Experience with low and high voltage electrical systems
Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Knowledge of conveyors, motors, bearings, gearboxes

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on all equipment in the plant (including some utility equipment)
Apply Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving techniques to understand why equipment failure occurred and to improve performance and prevent future problems
Perform preventive maintenance work to prevent equipment failure
Utilize predictive maintenance technology to predict equipment failure before it happens
Develop healthy working relationships with other maintenance members and with production members throughout the plant to work together as a team
Work on technical and maintenance projects (machining, fabrication, capital projects, outside contractors)
Assist with new equipment installation or equipment relocation
Enter and track all maintenance work in SAP
Be a part of teams that discuss issues and implement ideas to improve the reliability and productivity of plants.
Prioritize safety and be a part of the plant’s safety culture
Research parts required for work orders and repairs