Industrial Maintenance Technician II
About The Position
Are you a problem-solver who takes pride in keeping complex machinery running at peak performance? We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician II to join our team in Bowling Green. In this role, you will be the backbone of our operations, driving reliability through the troubleshooting, repair, and proactive maintenance of high-speed production and facility equipment. You won’t just be fixing machines; you will be optimizing them. From mechanical and electrical systems (up to 480 VAC) to controls and fabrication, you will apply your technical expertise to support evolving production needs. If you value safety, quality, and continuous improvement, we want to meet you.
Requirements
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in a Food Grade industrial maintenance setting, OR 5+ years of experience in general industrial maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
- Testing: Must earn a passing score on the designated Mechanical or Electrical SMT Test.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, electrical systems (up to 480V), welding, and fabrication.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication skills for shift handovers and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair complex breakdowns in mechanical systems, conveyance, pneumatics, and liquid transfer systems.
- Electrical & Controls: Troubleshoot electrical distribution systems (480 VAC and lower), device components, and control systems. Execute component replacements efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Preventive Maintenance (PM): Execute scheduled PMs during production and non-production hours to extend equipment lifespan and reliability.
- Fabrication & Modification: Perform welding, fabrication, and pipefitting to install or modify equipment for process improvements.
- System Operations: Utilize SAP to create/confirm work orders, assign parts, and track labor hours accurately.
- Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety policies (Hill’s policies). Actively "speak up" regarding unsafe situations and maintain a high standard of shop sanitation.
- Mentorship: Act as a technical resource for improvement teams and provide mentorship/training to operation technicians and junior maintenance staff.
- Material Handling: Operate tow motors (forklifts) and perform rigging as required for equipment movement.
Benefits
- Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements.
- Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year).
- Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
