Maintenance Technician ZFS

Zeeland Farm Services I•Blissfield, MI

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and replacing plant equipment and systems to support production, product quality, and company objectives. The role participates in maintenance planning and procedures for ethanol and by-products operations, helps ensure products meet customer and company quality standards, and supports safe, clean, and efficient plant operations. The technician works with the operations department to coordinate maintenance and repair work, assists with installations and projects, and follows applicable regulations, company policies, procedures, and safety requirements. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of plant equipment and safety.
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and manage competing demands, frequent changes, delays, and unexpected events.
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Analytical skills and ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
Ability to build relationships with internal and external customers.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and senior-level management.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to complete an initial respiratory fit test and annual retests.
Ability to work at heights up to and including 225 feet.
Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and in areas with loud noise, odor, and airborne particles.

Nice To Haves

Certificate or diploma from a trade school in a related technical field.
In-depth knowledge of maintenance and/or operation of a process manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

Participate in the established maintenance plan and follow procedures supporting high standards of ethanol and by-products operations and product quality.
Repair or replace plant equipment and systems on a scheduled or emergency basis.
Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance-related issues.
Perform preventative maintenance activities as required.
Coordinate maintenance and repair work directly with the operations department.
Assist with new installations and other projects as requested by the supervisor.
Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs and work safely at all times.
Understand and comply with applicable city, county, state, and federal regulations related to maintenance and plant equipment.
Participate in programs and procedures to ensure plant cleanliness.
Assist other employees and departments as needed to support efficient plant operations.
Perform and learn industrial equipment mechanical repairs and basic electrical repairs.
Provide customer service when interacting with internal and external customers while completing work and meeting production and quality standards.
Follow regulations, company policies, work procedures, instructions, safety requirements, and relevant SOPs.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workstation and work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.