1st Shift Machine Maintenance Technician Level 2

Michigan Turkey Producers • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • $0 - $24

About The Position

This is a hands-on, non-production operations role. Under the supervision of the Maintenance and Refrigeration Manager, the technician performs preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, rebuilds, and projects on plant equipment in a safe and efficient manner while meeting USDA, HACCP, GMFP, and company standards. The role also sets an example for other technicians through training and coaching.

The technician responds to equipment line calls, tracks and orders replacement parts within budget, manages contracted projects, assists refrigeration specialists as needed, and participates in HAZMAT. Performance is measured by mechanical uptime, departmental budget, safety performance, self-improvement, and development of other departmental employees.

The work involves a wet, cold, and slippery environment and may require working in confined spaces, at heights of up to 17 feet, and around equipment below floor level. Physical duties include bending, reaching, twisting, lifting and tightening equipment weighing up to approximately 70 pounds, and performing continuous repairs for up to 10–12 hours per day. Required personal protective equipment includes protective eyewear, ear plugs, a hard hat, hair net, protective coat, and impervious boots.

MTP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a tobacco-, drug-, and alcohol-free work environment.

Requirements

• Journeyman status or an accredited certification in machine repair, or five years of experience in machine repair.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills with PLC and VFD experience.
• Ability to TIG weld stainless steel to food-grade standards.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to perform the role's essential physical functions, including working in wet, cold, slippery, uneven, and confined environments and at heights up to 17 feet.
• Ability to lift and tighten equipment weighing up to approximately 70 pounds.
• Ability to perform continuous equipment repairs for up to 10–12 hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment in a timely, thorough, and efficient manner.
• Respond to line calls professionally, safely, and promptly; down equipment takes priority over other responsibilities.
• Perform emergency repairs, rebuilds, and projects on plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Track parts usage and order replacement parts as needed within the specified budget.
• Manage contracted projects from start to finish.
• Assist Refrigeration Specialists as required.
• Participate in HAZMAT.
• Set an example for other technicians through training and coaching.
• Meet USDA, HACCP, GMFP, and company standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed