Lead Maintenance Tech

Ventura Foods•Fort Worth, TX

44d•Onsite

About The Position

Utilize specialized skill sets to support the maintenance and optimal operating condition of a variety of equipment using company approved food safety practices and policies. Train other maintenance mechanics to increase skill level in the department when applicable. Decrease equipment downtime utilizing training and skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
5-10 years of experience in advanced mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills and/or specialized training
Craftsman knowledgeable use of hand/power tools, various shop equipment and able to use general measuring tools such as multi-meters, tape measures, calipers and dial indicators
Should be proficient in computer use and Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel
Possess outstanding leadership, organizational, communication and people skills and be able to work under minimal supervision
Able to understand and assist in troubleshooting of complex packaging and processing machinery and facility equipment using specialized skill sets within trained expertise
Able to understand and follow verbal instructions, work with CAD drawings and/or schematics or basic hand drawn diagrams
An understanding and history of following GMP and other related food manufacturing policies

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Using specialized skill sets, performs corrective maintenance and emergency maintenance on food packaging/processing equipment and facility equipment to maximize equipment up-time
Completion of assigned scheduled preventative maintenance and work orders assigned to increase asset life. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports documenting the activities and work performed by the maintenance department. Includes all equipment repairs from breakdowns, work orders or scheduled preventative maintenance. Assist in maintaining the maintenance office and departmental records
Troubleshoot and resolve advanced equipment mechanical/electrical issues within specialized skill sets
Repair and/or rebuild pumps, mills, gearboxes and other miscellaneous mechanical entities
Assist/direct other maintenance mechanics in troubleshooting advanced equipment problems using specialized skill sets
Train other maintenance mechanics with up to date information to increase skill level within department. Effectively document who, what, why and when the training takes place
Responsible for all Clean In Place (CIP) processes and ensure that all documentation is accurate and complete
Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls
Other duties as assigned
Travel may be required

Benefits

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

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