Maintenance Technician Co-op (SugarCreek)

Sugar Creek Packing Co. and Related Companies•Cambridge City, IN

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About The Position

Sugar Creek Packing Co., founded in 1966, is a flourishing privately held, family owned food company. Its commitment to making the highest-quality, best-value products has allowed Sugar Creek to grow into one of the largest independent bacon processors servicing the global market. DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Assist the Maintenance Training Manager by performing maintenance activities on plant machinery/equipment. Conduct set-ups, inspections, and minor repairs of plant equipment. Partner with selected vendors as directed. Complete other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Training Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED), or equivalent experience; actively participating in electro-mechanical vocational training.
Minimum of one year of experience in electro-mechanical focus studies
Possess strong self-motivation to gain knowledge of machines, diagnostics tools, and hand tools, including their designs, uses, and maintenance.
Able to communicate complex information effectively to other employees.
Able to assist in troubleshooting to diagnose mechanical, controls, and electrical issues.
Able to use critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
Know how to use basic computer programs like Microsoft Office.
Able to strictly follow any and all safety procedures and policies in place.
Able to use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Know how to operate industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
Possess adequate hand dexterity to manipulate or move objects.
Able to work well with others in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance (e.g. change light bulbs, maintain exterior property including snow removal, etc.)
Perform manual repairs as needed, Handling minor plumbing issues like unclogging drains, repairing leaky faucets, and addressing minor plumbing leaks.
Addressing minor carpentry issues like fixing loose door handles or repairing small holes in walls.
Assist in troubleshooting and corrective maintenance related to equipment, including inspecting, operating, or testing machinery or equipment to diagnose mechanical malfunctions.
Dismantle and rebuild machinery, equipment, and field devices as part of a sanitation process.
Assist in dismantle and rebuild machinery, equipment, and field devices to access and remove defective parts using hand tools or power tools.
Perform routine preventative and predictive maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or performing other preventive maintenance tasks.
Utilize prints, repair manuals, and/or parts catalogs to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
Assist in repair of machines, equipment, or structures using tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, precision measuring instruments, or electronic testing devices.
Provide positive self-motivation to achieve departmental goals.
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures at all
Perform continuous education and training in related multi-craft skills.
Complete daily reports outlining maintenance or repairs conducted over the course of the shift.
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
Support all safety, food quality and sanitation initiatives and policies.
Follow SugarCreek safety rules and procedures.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.