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. JOB OVERVIEW: The Maintenance Technician takes responsibility for the daily maintenance tasks necessary to keep the plant/warehouse running smoothly and efficiently. In addition to taking responsibility for daily maintenance, the technician works together with the Maintenance Supervisor, Site Supervisors & Leaders, other Maintenance Technicians and the broader team, as appropriate, to identify ways to improve the plant/warehouse and keep production/product moving smoothly. This position requires exceptional organizational and detailed 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
- 3+ years of experience in building maintenance, mechanical 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
- Forklift maintenance experience/training preferred or ability to obtain
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred
- Basic refrigeration knowledge preferred
- Refrigeration training preferred or ability to obtain
Responsibilities
- Basic operation and maintenance of site ammonia refrigeration system, including start up, shut down and pull down of equipment
- Track operating parameters
- Understanding of Process Safety Management (OSHA
- Forklift maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting
- Ensure structure is secure and maintained by quality standards
- Complete all building-related work orders, routine and preventative maintenance as required
- Responsible for exterior repairs including fencing, windows, doors, roof, 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
- Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards
- 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
Benefits
- This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Benefits Available : benefits-summary-2025.pdf
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
