Maintenance Technician Lead 2nd Shift

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc.•Town of Alto, WI

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc., a grower, packer, and shipper of potatoes & onions located in Friesland, WI is looking for a full-time Second (2nd) Shift Maintenance Technician Lead. As a Second (2nd) Shift Maintenance Technician Lead, you will perform the maintenance of large production machinery while maintaining records of repairs, and guide and train shift techs on efficient and correct fixes. Poorly maintained resources can completely stop production & operations, and this role is crucial to help maintain the facilities to ensure the provision of field to fork potatoes to American dinner tables.

Requirements

Associate Degree or two to four years of maintenance experience in the following: Electrical wiring 3 phase 480v, Carpentry, Plumbing, heating, and ventilation, or Welding and Fabrication (proficient in Mig and Arc)
Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills
Willingness to lead and set an example
Good communication, supervisory, and leadership skills
Organized with attention to detail
Knowledge of electrical trouble shooting
Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment
Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record

Nice To Haves

Experience in a lead position preferred

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines
Assists with the planning and preparation of training for maintenance associates
Work with Maintenance Manager and Supervisor to plan work priorities, obtain necessary supplies, and assess skills needed to complete tasks
Prioritize tasks as they come up throughout the shift
Thoroughly cleans machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary
Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance
Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts
Requests replacement parts to order and install replacement parts for machines
Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines
Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently
Helps guide and train shift techs on efficient and correct fixes
Cleans, organizes, inventories, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies
Coordinates with managers and supervisors to schedule regular maintenance on machines
Collaborates with Production Manager or Maintenance Manager regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required
Makes necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with production team regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required
Utilizes CMMS for work performed and inventory used for tracking machine repairs and inventory
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned