MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

KENT Nutrition•Sheldon, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to join a six-time US Best Managed Company Award-Winner?! KENT Nutrition, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies, has an opening for a Maintenance Technician at our Sheldon, Iowa plant. This position will be directly responsible for maintaining and servicing all plant equipment and buildings. This is a 1st shift opportunity with a schedule of 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday - Friday and will include some on-call responsibilities. This position is designed and intended to be performed in Sheldon, IA.

Requirements

Adequate formal training or past working experience as a millwright, industrial maintenance technician, electrician, and/or welder
Strong knowledge of feed mill operations and electrically driven processing equipment
Extensive working knowledge of shop, power, and hand tools, maintenance equipment, and electrical testing devices (multimeters, clamp meters, etc.)
Strong ability to recognize, diagnose, and troubleshoot electrical systems, including single- and three-phase power, motors, motor controls, VFDs, PLC I/O (basic), sensors, and safety circuits
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings
Mechanically and electrically inclined with strong problem-solving skills
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, including maintenance records and logs
Good communication, verbal, written, and math skills
Reliable, self-motivated, requires minimal supervision, and strives for continuous improvement
Ability to work independently and cooperate effectively with all fellow employees and departments
Ability to perform all work in compliance with OSHA standards, electrical safety regulations, and plant safety requirements
Thorough understanding of cGMPs
Knowledge of HACCP Feed & Food Safety Plan and FSMA
Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs. from floor to working height as job requires
Must demonstrate strong verbal communication skills in English

Responsibilities

Monitor factors that may influence the quality and safety of the finished feed and ingredients
Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance plan timeline that includes mechanical, electrical, and control system equipment, with clear instructions and tasks to be performed
Establish and conduct regularly scheduled inspections of all equipment items, including motors, drives, panels, sensors, and power distribution components, in accordance with the maintenance plan, noting condition and required corrective actions
Ensure proper building, electrical infrastructure, and housekeeping maintenance for the safety of employees
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical problems throughout the plant, including motors, conveyors, VFDs, starters, limit switches, and basic control circuits
Perform or coordinate electrical inspections, repairs, and upgrades in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and local electrical codes
Maintain accurate and complete records of all work performed, including electrical repairs, inspections, and modifications, and manpower time distribution
Be proactive in the mechanical and electrical/technical needs of equipment maintenance to minimize downtime
Maintain “Equipment Data Sheet” files for each item of plant equipment, including electrical specifications, labor and parts costs, and continuously improve the tag and identification system for all spare parts
Ensure adequate supply of electrical components, food-grade lubricants, equipment parts, and tools are maintained in inventory
Organize and maintain operator manuals, electrical schematics, and parts lists for all equipment in the facility
Practice and enforce good safety procedures in all work performed, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety practices
Follow and enforce plant policies, rules, and guidelines
Oversee and ensure all maintenance tasks, including electrical work performed by operators or contractors, are completed safely and documented properly
Communicate operating condition, efficiency, and electrical reliability issues of all equipment to the Plant Manager
Other tasks as assigned