Maintenance Technician, Days
About The Position
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing! WHAT’S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE! As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world’s best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. We provide a family-oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally. Facility - Tuthill Schedule - Monday through Friday 6am - 3:30pm, some Saturdays as needed. JOB OVERVIEW: The Maintenance Technician takes responsibility for the daily maintenance tasks necessary to keep the plant running smoothly and efficiently. In addition to taking responsibility for the daily maintenance, the technician works hand-in-hand with the Maintenance Supervisor, Production Supervisors & Leaders, other Maintenance Technicians and the broader team, as appropriate, to identify ways to improve the plant and keep production moving smoothly. This position requires exceptional organizational and detail skills, a problem-solving approach, and a firm grasp of the mechanics necessary to solve the variety of maintenance tasks that come up on a day-to-day basis.
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in building maintenance, construction, or similar field
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
- Ability to use power tools (drill, grinder, impact, saw, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Significant Mechanical and Electrical background
- Developed listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and detail skills
- Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
- Must be a problem-solver who uses good judgement
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred
- Basic refrigeration knowledge preferred
Responsibilities
- Complete all building related work orders, and routine and preventative maintenance as required
- Ensure structure is secure and maintained per quality standards
- Responsible for exterior repairs including fencing, windows, doors, roof, and etc.
- Troubleshoot electrical problems and repair as necessary
- Work with the broader maintenance team to complete more complicated tasks
- Work with the production crew as needed to ensure compatibility of equipment with production needs
- Evaluate production line processes and help identify opportunities for improvement
- Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs, and changeovers
- Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards
- Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process
- Work with equipment designers and manufacturers to develop a cost-effective and working production process
- Work with contractors as needed to perform duties on projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
