Maintenance Technician - Ice Cream

Albertsons•Bellevue, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Albertsons Safeway is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for its Ice Cream Plant in Bellevue, Washington. This is a full-time, union position on the swing shift (1pm to 9:30pm) and requires joining the Operating Engineers Union Local 302. The role involves performing and overseeing preventive maintenance on equipment, completing daily work orders, scheduled repairs, unscheduled emergency repairs, and project work within a production and warehouse facility. The company is a large food and drug retailer with a significant number of stores, distribution facilities, and manufacturing plants across the United States.

Requirements

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate daily activities.
Ability to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
Willingness to work in a safe manner and promote a safe working environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors in both oral and written form.
Computer skills (basic computer knowledge).
Working knowledge of electrical systems including 110-480V systems, AC & DC control systems, installing, troubleshooting and repair.
Working knowledge of hydraulic, plumbing and pneumatic systems.
Welding-TIG, MIG, Stick, etc.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Licensing and regulatory compliance in accordance with Washington State Law.
Knowledge of plant mechanical processes sufficient to analyze performance trends and recommend and initiate corrective actions to improve process performance.
Effective oral and written communication.
Willingness to learn multiple tasks and work in a cross-functional environment.
Be a teamplayer in a teamwork environment.
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. above the waist 10 times per day.
Significant bending and stooping.
Exposure to heights (may be elevated 40ft. on lift equipment).
Willingness to work extended or any scheduled work hours.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of PLC controls.
Knowledge of refrigeration systems, with ammonia.
Stainless / Sanitary equipment experience.
Forklift and pallet-jack certification.

Responsibilities

Perform all needed maintenance functions in support of Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) initiative and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) programs.
Accurately complete work order documents and summary reports.
Perform emergency repairs as needed.
Perform preventative maintenance task as scheduled.
Participate in continuous improvement process.
Maintain organization and cleanliness of maintenance and product support areas.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for maintenance processes.
Perform data entry and execute transactions using Safeway computer applications.
Comply with government regulations.
Recognize both internal and external customers and manage relationships.
Work safely following all documented state and federal safety requirements.
Participate in the development and maintenance of a world class manufacturing environment.
Ensure that equipment is maintained at a level to produce Maximum production at the lowest cost, the highest quality, and utilizing optimum safety standards.
Resolve equipment malfunctions by evaluating performance breakdowns, identifying the root cause and taking corrective action.
Ensure compliance with GMPs and safety policies while planning and completing projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform maintenance functions in areas such as HTST/Mix Operations, Flavor/Mix Operations, Filler/Freezer Operations, Wrapper Operations, Convocan Operations, Hardening Room/Palletizer Room/Forklift Operations, Boiler Operations, Ammonia/Compressor Operations, and General Utility.