The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining equipment and facilities to operate in the safest and most productive condition, supporting continuous improvement, production strategies and plant reliability of snack food equipment and building maintenance. This role requires understanding and adherence to governmental regulatory programs and policies, including National Electrical Code, EPA, UBC, and local environmental agency policies. It also involves practicing and complying with all plant and maintenance department safety procedures, such as Lock-Out - Tag-Out, Arc Flash, and Hot Work Permits, and understanding Permit Required Confined Spaces. The technician must follow good manufacturing practices (GMP's), use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and attend training to maintain skill levels. Responsibilities include making improvements to the maintenance program, documenting work findings via a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), repairing and installing parts, tools, and equipment, and fabricating or modifying machines. The role involves performing Preventative Maintenance (PM), inspections, corrective repairs, and special projects. Troubleshooting equipment breakdowns using methodologies like root cause analysis (RCA) and failure analysis is key. The technician will utilize predictive maintenance technologies such as ultrasound, thermal imaging, oil analysis, and vibration analysis to identify and resolve equipment issues, documenting failure causes and working with the team to prevent recurrence. Interpreting technical documents and diagrams, including factory manuals, blueprints, schematics, and P&IDs, is essential. Maintenance and repair of facility systems (mechanical, electrical, building) and utility systems may also be required. Additionally, the technician may educate the operations team on autonomous maintenance concepts like Cleaning, Inspection, and Lubrication (CIL) and basic parts and tools usage.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED