Plant Maintenance Technician

Cemstone • Spencer, IA

127d • $26 - $30

About The Position

Cemstone® has become synonymous with high quality products and unparalleled service in the ready-mix concrete industry in the upper midwest. Our reputation is reflected in the structures we’ve helped create and our long-held and long-practiced commitment to our core values. Here's your opportunity to join an amazing family-owned business that has been around for nearly 100 years!

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Technical knowledge and skills equivalent to a vocational technical degree.
• Vocational degree/certificate and 3+ years’ experience in the manufacturing industry preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, math, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak in English.
• Experience and ability to work with machine operators, equipment operators, and plant production workers.
• Experience with building and property maintenance and understanding of manufacturing equipment and process essential.
• Mechanically inclined with excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Strong abilities in planning, organizing, problem solving and multitasking.
• Welding, electrical and mechanical experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work well with others in a teamwork environment.
• Must be able to follow instructions and adhere to all the company’s safety policy procedures and recommendation.
• Must be able to become familiar with OSHA, EPA, NEC, and other national and regional codes.
• Experience with manufacturing/production computerized batching/PLC systems.
• Must be proficient in basic computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Team to ensure quality and productivity objectives are met or exceeded.
• Conduct routine, extensive, timely preventative maintenance and repair procedures on buildings, mechanical equipment and utility systems.
• Work with Plant Manager and Production Team to develop new and creative ideas to improve productivity.
• Ensure safe practices in performing maintenance and machine operation functions in compliance with Company Safety Policy/Procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment that is down or in need of repair.
• Perform timely and professional troubleshooting tasks such as Robotic, electrical, mechanical, welding, and pneumatic.
• Troubleshoot three phase, single phase, PLC controlled equipment, control circuits, motors, VFD’s and test fuses.
• Troubleshoot apparatuses such as level probes, limit switches, switches, photo eyes and proximity switches.
• Troubleshoot gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, elevators, gates, fans, dryer, dust collectors, palletizers and baggers.
• Perform building maintenance and/or repair of building systems.
• Complete daily, monthly and annual preventative maintenance check lists in a timely manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment in the plant.
• Efficiently use hand and power tools for performing maintenance.
• Identify parts needed to repair equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.
• Perform maintenance tasks using appropriate safety equipment and safety procedures.
• Provide backup to workers engaged in production, warehousing, inventory management, and shipping as needed.
• Optimize efficiency, productivity, and equipment performance in order to meet objectives.
• Develop, implement, and verify standard operating procedures (SOP) for all job-related tasks.
• Be on-call during all production shifts for troubleshooting assistance.
• Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers.
• Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees