Maintenance Technician II

Comar•Hoschton, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician II is responsible for keeping Production, HVAC, facility equipment, and infrastructure in good working order. This role involves detecting and correcting errors before damage occurs, operating equipment as required, and potentially disassembling equipment for repair or part replacement. The technician is expected to have expertise in electrical, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics to repair sophisticated equipment. After repairs, the technician must test the machine to ensure correct and smooth operation. Responsibilities also include performing tear downs, rebuilds, and preventive maintenance, as well as participating in the development and training of Maintenance Technician I employees. The role requires working a flexible schedule, including overtime as needed based on production demands, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Adherence to and communication of Health, Safety, and Quality policies, including the use of PPE, is mandatory. Additional responsibilities for SQF Certified Sites include a basic understanding of cGMPs and Good Hygiene Personnel Practices, notifying relevant personnel of required repairs or adjustments, performing basic sanitation functions, and meeting Company and Regulatory Requirements. The technician must identify and act on non-conformities related to Food Safety and Quality, control non-conforming products, and follow all Food Fraud/Food Defense Policies. A thorough understanding of all Company policies, including GMPs, safety policies, HACCP, and SQF, is essential.

Requirements

High School or Vo-Tech School graduate with 3+ years related experience or training.
In a certification program for maintenance, mechanical, electrical or other equipment related discipline.
Reliable self-starter with good attendance record.
Proficient in basic computer use with the ability to learn and use new systems quickly & efficiently.
Proficient in a maintenance management system.
Safely operate and use standard shop equipment.
Understanding of the concept of continuous improvement, six sigma or lean manufacturing.
Forklift Certified.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Proficient in math skills (imperial & metric), as well as measurement and use of measurement tools.
Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
Strong problem-solving ability.
Time-management – organized with ability to adapt to changing situations.
Work independently and in a team environment and take direction from others.
Ability to communicate clearly and work well with all levels in the organization.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills- ability to work well with all levels in the organization.
Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage priorities and crises situations in a professional manner.
Read blueprints, electrical, hydraulic and ladder logic and operational procedures.
Knowledge, skills and ability to train Maintenance Technician I.
Effectively communicate with supervisor.
The ability to read, write, and comprehend information provided.
Stand for most of the work shift.
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, crouch, bend, twist, and only occasionally sit.
Lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Heavier amounts can be moved with assistance of equipment.

Nice To Haves

Completed technical certification in maintenance or working towards mechanic, electrical, or other equipment related discipline.
Knowledge and/or previous experience in blow molding, injection molding or extrusion molding.
Experience with processing or troubleshooting of plastics manufacturing equipment.
Some knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electronics.
Knowledge of and/or previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus!

Responsibilities

Keep Production, HVAC, facility equipment and infrastructure in good working order.
Detect and correct errors before the machine, or the products it produces, are damaged.
Effectively operate equipment as required.
Take the equipment apart to repair or replace the necessary parts.
Test the machine to ensure that it is running correctly and smoothly after a repair is made.
Perform tear downs, rebuilds and preventive maintenance.
Participate in development and training maintenance technician I employees.
Work a flexible schedule, including overtime, as needed based on production demands.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Adhere to and communicate to others the Health, Safety and Quality policies, including use of PPE.
Perform Basic Sanitation Functions
Identify problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the raw material, processes, quality system, or safety system, by performing Production/Quality Checks as assigned.
Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
Follow all Food Fraud/food Defense Policies while on company property.