Master Industrial Technician

Versova•Marseilles Township, OH

9h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Master Industrial Technician, you will take on a leadership role, working with management to coordinate and execute daily maintenance operations for the processing facility. The ideal candidate will be able to perform the job with little or no supervision and must be knowledgeable in all areas of the processing facility and equipment. This role involves coordinating capital projects, facility maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and new equipment installations or upgrades. You will work on-site or across multiple sites to ensure timely and efficient production. Using your expertise, you will troubleshoot and repair various mechanical, electrical, and conveying systems, as well as different types of industrial equipment. This position requires professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment. As a Master Industrial Technician, you will provide leadership, technical guidance, and support to other on-site maintenance technicians, including mentoring, training, and development. All tasks must be performed safely, efficiently, and effectively to support the daily achievement of production goals by ensuring the proper functionality of machinery.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED or equivalent
At least 2 years of experience as a lead/supervisor or manager.
Strong knowledge with diagnostics, advanced electronic, electrical, Ladder Logic, electrical testing devices, PLC, programing, software, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to work in various climate conditions and lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance experience in the food, poultry or agriculture industry not required but is a plus
Prefer an Associates or Bachelor's degree in industrial maintenance or related field or 2-year additional trade or technical school education for maintenance, mechanical, welding, HVAC, or electrical or a minimum of 5+ years of experience in similar role
Maintenance experience in the food, poultry or agriculture industry a plus
Experience with safety/equipment such as LOTO, harnesses, lanyards, hoists, and PPE a plus

Responsibilities

Under minimal or no supervision, repair and use expertise to perform high level maintenance on industrial machinery (i.e., automation, mechanical, electrical, conveying systems, etc.) using manufactures recommendations, blueprints schematics, and company SOPs to ensure equipment is performing safely and to required specifications
Identify root cause of all mechanical and electrical issues and performs repairs that may include welding, fabricating parts, plumbing, electrical, or replacing defective components. Works with appropriate personnel and management if further attention is required to resolve the issue
Diagnose and conduct overall conveyor maintenance on schedule as required
Troubleshooting and replace or repair drive chains, gears, belts, pullies, shafts, rollers, electric motors, and gear boxes
Coordinating, sustain, improve, and develop new Preventative Maintenance plans on all processing equipment
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, PLC, Software, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components
Uses test equipment to diagnose system controls, software issues, malfunctioning machine systems, apparatus, and components
Analyze, report, document, and communicate maintenance issues to the maintenance manager
Responsible for maintaining adequate tools/supplies for necessary repairs and maintenance. Initiates purchase order for parts and supplies
Responsible for maintaining tools, keeping them clean and in good working condition. Keep work area organized, clean and free to move in
Assist other technicians in the performance of maintenance activities and/or providing training/guidance
Participate in and promotes our safety culture by following safe work practices
Identify unsafe conditions and corrects. Work with management to resolve safety concerns
When working in processing follows all compliance, food safety, and biosecurity rules, policies, and procedures. Reports any violations to a supervisor. Be familiar with USDA regulations