Maintenance Technician

Albertsons•Bellevue, WA

4d•$35 - $42

About The Position

Albertsons Safeway is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is privately owned with supermarkets across the country that include: Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw’s, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos. The Ice Cream Plant, located in Bellevue, Washington has an opening for a Maintenance Engineer. Swing Shift = 1pm to 9:30pm This is a full time/union position and will require the successful candidate to join the Operating Engineers Union Local 302. The position offers great benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement saving benefits, vacation days and much more. The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for performing and/or overseeing preventive maintenance on equipment. Completion of daily of Preventative Maintenance (PM) work orders, scheduled repair work orders, and unscheduled emergency repairs, and project work associated with the operation of a production and warehouse facility. Competitive Wages – The pay range is $34.50 to $42.00 per hour , but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates will vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Additional premiums for swing and grave shifts are available. Dependent on length of service, hours worked and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation pay (accrued based on hours worked), paid holidays (between 7-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). This position requires the following: Ability to plan, organize and coordinate daily activities Ability to maximize productivity and minimize waste Willingness to work in a safe manner and promote a safe working environment Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors in both oral and written form

Requirements

Computer skills (basic computer knowledge)
Knowledge of electrical systems including 110-480V systems, AC & DC control systems, installing, troubleshooting and repair
Working knowledge of hydraulic, plumbing and pneumatic systems
Knowledge of refrigeration systems, with ammonia (preferred by not required)
Welding-TIG, MIG, Stick, etc.
Ability to read and understand blueprints
Licensing and regulatory compliance in accordance with Washington State Law
Effective oral and written communication
Willingness to learn multiple tasks and work in a cross-functional environment
Be a teamplayer in a teamwork environment
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. above the waist 10 times per day
Significant bending and stooping
Exposure to heights (may be elevated 40ft. on lift equipment)
Willingness to work extended or any scheduled work hours

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of PLC controls (helpful, but not required)
Stainless / Sanitary equipment experience (helpful but not required)
Forklift and pallet-jack certification (helpful, but not required)
Knowledge of plant mechanical processes sufficient to analyze performance trends and recommend and initiate corrective actions to improve process performance

Responsibilities

Perform all needed maintenance functions in support of Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) initiative and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) programs.
Accurately complete work order documents and summary reports
Perform emergency repairs as needed
Perform preventative maintenance task as scheduled
Participate in continuous improvement process
Maintain organization and cleanliness of maintenance and product support areas
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for maintenance processes
Perform data entry and execute transactions using Safeway computer applications
Comply with government regulations
Recognize both internal and external customers and manage relationships
Work safely following all documented state and federal safety requirements.
Participate in the development and maintenance of a world class manufacturing environment
Ensure that equipment is maintained at a level to produce Maximum production at the lowest cost, the highest quality, and utilizing optimum safety standards.
Resolve equipment malfunctions by evaluating performance breakdowns, identifying the root cause and taking corrective action.
Ensure compliance with GMPs and safety policies while planning and completing projects.
Perform other duties as assigned
A Maintenance Technician may perform maintenance functions in any or all of the following areas: HTST/Mix Operations Flavor/Mix Operations Filler /Freezer Operations Wrapper Operations Convocan Operations Hardening Room/Palletizer Room/Forklift Operations Boiler Operations Ammonia /Compressor Operations General Utility