Maintenance Technician - Ice Cream

Albertsons•Bellevue, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ice Cream Plant, located in Bellevue, Washington has an opening for a Maintenance Engineer. 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.

Requirements

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
Computer skills (basic computer knowledge)
Working knowledge of PLC controls (helpful, but not required)
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.
Stainless / Sanitary equipment experience (helpful but not required)
Ability to read and understand blueprints
Licensing and regulatory compliance in accordance with Washington State Law
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
Effective oral and written communication
Willingness to learn multiple tasks and work in a cross-functional environment
Be a teamplayer in a teamwork environment

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of PLC controls
Knowledge of refrigeration systems, with ammonia
Stainless / Sanitary equipment experience
Forklift and pallet-jack certification

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