Industrial Maintenance Technician - Food Ingredients Facility
About The Position
The Industrial Maintenance Technician ensures the safe and continuous operation of PureField Ingredients' facilities through preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and timely repairs. The technician receives daily assignments from the Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Supervisor and works with production personnel and other maintenance employees to address equipment issues and support facility operations. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with a weekly rotating on-call schedule for after-hours and weekend maintenance needs. Overtime may be required during shutdowns, outages, or emergency repairs. The role requires following safe-work procedures, sanitation and food-safety policies, including applicable SQF and FSMA requirements. Required PPE includes a hard hat, protective eyewear, hearing protection in areas exceeding 85 dB, hair nets and applicable beard covers in production areas, steel-toe leather boots, and additional PPE when handling hazardous chemicals or in designated areas. PureField Ingredients provides uniforms. Employees must be authorized to work in the United States, be at least 18 years old, and pass required drug screenings, physical examinations, and background checks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of machinery, tools, and general maintenance practices.
- Ability to monitor equipment, select appropriate tools, and perform routine maintenance.
- Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
- Ability to maintain steady hand and arm movements.
- Ability to recognize when equipment is malfunctioning or likely to malfunction.
- Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust machine controls to precise positions.
- Ability to quickly grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects using one or both hands.
- Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with all members of PureField Ingredients.
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds and to sit, stand, walk, climb, and bend.
- Close vision and fine visual acuity to read accurately; ability to hear, speak, and listen clearly.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must pass required drug screenings, physical examinations, and background checks.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must comply with required PPE and company restrictions regarding jewelry and body piercings in production areas.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance.
- Experience with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
- Basic welding and fabrication experience.
- Technical training in industrial maintenance or a related field.
- Most job-specific knowledge may be acquired through on-the-job experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance as instructed by the Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
- Conduct routine plant walkthroughs to inspect equipment, identify potential malfunctions, and address maintenance needs.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment problems to diagnose failures and minimize production downtime.
- Respond to unexpected equipment malfunctions and perform repairs to restore safe and efficient operations.
- Perform basic welding and fabrication of parts and equipment.
- Assist with installing, adjusting, and replacing production machinery and equipment.
- Document maintenance activities, completed repairs, and equipment concerns as required.
- Communicate equipment issues, maintenance needs, and repair progress to supervisors and production personnel.
- Maintain an organized parts warehouse, including stocking and organizing maintenance supplies and components.
- Follow Safe Work procedures, including Confined Space, Hot Work, and Lockout/Tagout programs.
- Participate in programs and follow procedures designed to maintain plant cleanliness and sanitation.
- Comply with applicable SQF, FSMA, and food-safety policies during maintenance activities.
- Attend monthly safety meetings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Uniform provided by PureField Ingredients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
