Maintenance Technician

''•Rice Lake, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Maintenance Technicians perform maintenance procedures on all plant equipment, including lubrication, line inspections, and preventative maintenance procedures from a checklist. They also make minor mechanical adjustments and replace equipment/parts. This role will require a working schedule on night shift 6pm to 6am 12-hour rotating shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and related experience
Employee must frequently lift, push, and pull up to 35 lbs.
Must be able to wear and follow GMP (Smock, gloves, hairnet, sleeves, waterproof suit, ear plugs, protective toe shoes, and goggles - when needed.
Must have the ability to read and interpret company policy and procedure, safety rules, equipment operation, and maintenance instructions.
Must have the ability to prepare and write routine reports and correspondence.
Must demonstrate prior knowledge of refrigeration, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and troubleshooting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Certification and/or Associate Degree in Mechanical field highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance and repair work on all production line equipment with little or no assistance or supervision.
Manages scheduled work through CMMS.
Performs preventive maintenance work as scheduled. Inspects equipment to ensure proper maintenance. Identifies and documents required repairs.
Performs electrical troubleshooting on three-phase and single-phase power, and on instrumentation equipment, using a multimeter and arc flash gear.
Performs mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on all equipment.
Replaces bearings, seals, electric motors, and gear drives.
Repairs and/or splices wire belting, modular belting, and rubber belts on conveyors.
Repairs and maintains heating and ventilating units.
Repairs and maintains material handling equipment.
Sharpens and installs blades on various machines.
Maintains all ammonia compressors, air compressors, and vacuum systems.
Performs plumbing on steam, water, and hydraulics.
Performs general machine tool and stainless-steel fabrication.
Proactively supports internal and external customers.
Understands and follows established food safety and safety rules and practices.
Keeps shop and work areas in a clean and orderly condition in compliance with 5S.