Maintenance Technician (Night Shift, $36.00 Starting Hourly Pay (Shift Premium Included))

Schreiber Foods•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

This full-time Maintenance Technician position works nights on a consistent rotating schedule of 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The role assists with maintenance of production, packaging, and processing machinery and equipment, including planned and unplanned maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs. The technician supports preventative maintenance, manufacturing line support systems, work-order documentation, parts inventory, sanitation, and facility safety. The position requires working with dairy and nut products as well as other ingredients and allergens. Level 2 base pay starts at $33.00 per hour. The posting also lists a $3 night-shift premium, a $1 weekend premium, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Eligible partners receive benefits starting on the first day of employment.

Requirements

Understanding of preventative maintenance programs.
Mechanic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical knowledge.
First Responder training and certification.
Electric Lift certification as appropriate.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to learn new skills quickly and apply functional and technical knowledge.
Organizational skills, prioritization, multitasking, and ability to meet deadlines.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, percentages, rates, ratios, and algebraic calculations.
Basic computer operational skills, including inputting and retrieving computerized information.
Ability to exchange basic information and complete forms and checklists.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively at all organizational levels.
Professional conduct and ability to maintain constructive working relationships.
Ability to work with dairy and nut products and other related ingredients and allergens.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Associate’s or technical school degree in Mechanics, Electrical, Computer Science, or Food Processing.
At least one year of relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment.
Equivalent combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Assist with planned and unplanned maintenance of production, packaging, and processing machinery and mechanical equipment.
Be available to perform emergency repairs during equipment breakdowns.
Read and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to carry out maintenance and service.
Assist with preventative maintenance, including computerized maintenance check-ups and reading SPC charts and data.
Help ensure proper operation of manufacturing line support systems, including line and lube delivery, chemical and ingredient delivery, process systems, CIP systems, and operational support.
Complete work orders accurately and promptly to maintain quality standards.
Communicate problems or concerns that may restrict production efficiency to other departments, management, and employees.
Complete required paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
Help maintain parts and supplies inventory, assign checked-out parts to work orders, and report low inventory to the Supervisor.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area, including the maintenance shop, and adhere to the Master Sanitation Schedule.
Identify Critical Control Points (CCP).
Use hand and power tools, electric meters, and material-handling equipment to perform duties.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and facility safety rules and programs.
Stop observed unsafe acts and correct or report safety hazards.

Benefits

$1,000 sign-on bonus.
8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, plus an additional annual employer contribution toward retirement.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation from day one.
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met.
Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
Up to $5,000 annually in childcare assistance.
Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
Tuition reimbursement.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet, and mental health benefits starting day one.
Partners Helping Partners support program.