Production Maintenance Technician I

SunOpta•Omak, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Maintenance Mechanic I role is available for a qualified individual with proven maintenance skills. Responsibilities include: Efficient preventative maintenance and repair of food manufacturing and packaging equipment, including Aseptic Fillers, Cappers, Packer and/or High Temperature Processing (HTP) equipment. Ability to execute preventative, corrective and breakdown work orders under direction of a Level II or III, Lead or Supervisor. Perform other maintenance duties as assigned. Essential Functions of the Job: Performs planned, corrective, and unplanned maintenance on specified equipment. Ability to read and understand Maintenance Manuals for proper repair and care. Capable of effectively supporting more senior mechanics in complex repairs or services. Protect Company assets by the direct intervention of any condition resulting in the abuse of equipment or buildings. General computer skills. Enters time, parts and follows up into CMMS System. Remain current on all Alchemy, Food Safety and Package Integrity Training as directed. Skilled in the use of, and possession of, hand and power tools. Executes the preventive maintenance program as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor. Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards. Wears PPE and adheres to all Food Safety requirements. Strictly adheres to all Safety requirements and maintains safety training records. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Ensure safety in the workplace by eliminating unsafe conditions. Maintains communication (oral and written) within the maintenance team to ensure smooth shift transitions. Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
2+ years industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food production or manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Proficiency in Excel, CMMS, and other data reporting systems.
Must be able to work flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in industrial maintenance and or job-related vocational/technical degree.
Experience with PLCs, robotics, and / or electrical troubleshooting.
Forklift Certification within 90 days of job entry.

Responsibilities

Efficient preventative maintenance and repair of food manufacturing and packaging equipment, including Aseptic Fillers, Cappers, Packer and/or High Temperature Processing (HTP) equipment.
Execute preventative, corrective and breakdown work orders under direction of a Level II or III, Lead or Supervisor.
Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.
Performs planned, corrective, and unplanned maintenance on specified equipment.
Read and understand Maintenance Manuals for proper repair and care.
Effectively support more senior mechanics in complex repairs or services.
Protect Company assets by the direct intervention of any condition resulting in the abuse of equipment or buildings.
Enter time, parts and follow up into CMMS System.
Remain current on all Alchemy, Food Safety and Package Integrity Training as directed.
Execute the preventive maintenance program as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
Wear PPE and adhere to all Food Safety requirements.
Strictly adhere to all Safety requirements and maintain safety training records.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Ensure safety in the workplace by eliminating unsafe conditions.
Maintain communication (oral and written) within the maintenance team to ensure smooth shift transitions.