Maintenance Technician - Whitebridge Pet

通用磨坊股份有限公司•Joplin, MO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a key part of General Mills' pet division, Whitebridge Pet Brands in Joplin, Missouri, is dedicated to bringing health and happiness to pets and their owners. We specialize in natural, minimally processed dog and cat foods, treats, and supplements through beloved brands like Tiki Pets, Cloud Star, and Dogswell. Our close-knit team of employees thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment built on safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and respect—all driven by our passion for making food pets love!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)
Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance or related industry experience with electrical maintenance experience
Understanding of PLC operation, industrial electrical components and systems troubleshooting
Must have a solid understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems, ability to diagnose problems, repair or replace components, preventative maintenance and attention to detail
Experience with various tools and technologies, including hand tools, power tools, electrical test equipment and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
Ability to work independently and as a team with flexibility to quickly shift work priorities
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods
Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions
Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
Ability to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)
Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens
Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on processing and packaging equipment to improve reliability and operational performance
Understanding and following all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
Installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing industrial processing and packaging machinery, work tools and equipment
Identifying/diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues, electrical and/or electronic issues
Management of work orders, parts requisition, and data entry through understanding and use of Maximo Maintenance Management System
Providing technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modification
Understanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
Performing both uptime and down time preventative maintenance
Effectively communicate and productively interact with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors, vendors, visitors, etc.
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
Assist in training new employees