Plant Maintenance Technician - Manufacturing

Sauer Brands • New Century, KS

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician keeps a variety of machines, appliances, and mechanical systems operating safely and efficiently. The role supports optimized production flow by performing preventive maintenance and responding to equipment assistance requests. The technician troubleshoots and corrects machine problems and supports operations in production and throughout the plant. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager and works Monday through Friday on days.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of industrial or electrical maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting pneumatics, hydraulics, and/or electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, equipment and repair manuals, parts catalogs, and work orders.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems, repair or replace parts, and test and adjust machines.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Ability to create and complete work orders using computer programs at a beginner level.
• Willingness and ability to frequently stand, walk, push, pull, kneel, and reach.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable assistance.
• Excellent job performance in safety, quality, productivity, and attendance.
• Time-management skills and strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Willingness to learn the process from the ground up and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good customer service skills and a positive, strong work ethic.
• Flexible schedule with overtime.

Nice To Haves

• Industrial or electrical maintenance experience in food production manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties safely, follow safety guidelines, and participate in site safety programs.
• Become authorized in lockout/tagout (LOTO) and follow applicable training and policy.
• Assist with machine setups, installations, and changeovers.
• Inspect production equipment and perform emergency, unscheduled, and preventive maintenance repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, equipment and repair manuals, parts catalogs, and work orders.
• Diagnose problems; replace or repair parts; and test and adjust company assets and machines.
• Perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Use hand and power tools to perform maintenance duties.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electrical systems.
• Create minor fabrications and install parts as needed.
• Create and complete work orders using computer programs at a beginner level.
• Perform other duties as assigned while developing into higher levels of the department.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee and dependent life insurance
• Voluntary disability insurance
• Other voluntary insurance options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED