1st shift Industrial Equipment Technician

Compana Pet Brands • Omaha, NE

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Compana Pet Brands is seeking an Industrial Equipment Technician to help sustain and improve plant operating performance. The position identifies root causes of equipment downtime or delays, applies a structured and cost-effective approach to problem solving, and operates and maintains the CMMS effectively. The technician also assists with fabrication, modification, and installation of production equipment; keeps equipment and vehicles in safe working order; and records issues, parts used, and labor hours for completed tasks. The role supports production supervisors in educating employees about effective equipment operation and preventing injuries and equipment damage.

The role is based in Omaha, Nebraska, and is listed as onsite. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with Fridays as needed. The schedule is four 10-hour days per week, with occasional off-shift and weekend work based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
• Able to operate a forklift and maintain certification.
• Able to bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, walk across uneven surfaces, climb ladders and stairs, work at heights over 20 feet, lift up to 75 pounds including some overhead lifting, and stand for long periods.
• Flexible work hours, including occasional off-shift and weekend work based on business needs.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Nice To Haves

• College or trade-related accreditation.
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with automated packaging systems that use PLCs, HMIs, and Variable Frequency Drives.

Responsibilities

• Help sustain and improve plant operating performance.
• Identify root causes of equipment downtime or delay.
• Follow a structured, cost-effective approach to problem solving.
• Operate and maintain the CMMS in an effective and productive manner.
• Assist with fabrication, modification, and installation of production equipment.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in safe working order.
• Record issues, parts used, and labor hours accumulated to complete tasks or assignments.
• Assist production supervisors with educating employees about effective equipment operation and avoidance of injuries and equipment damage.

Benefits

• Three weeks of PTO, prorated in the first year.
• Paid holidays.
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses up to $250.
• Reimbursement for steel-toed shoes up to $75.
• Differential pay for second shift.
• Employee referral program.
• Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Long- and short-term disability benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Employee Assistance program.
• Optional pet insurance.
• Access to a free 24/7 veterinary telehelp line.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED