Description

　　Summary

　　This position is a Maintenance Technician in an egg production and processing facility. The purpose of this position is to complete minor to major equipment repairs during non-production and production times of the day.

　　Key Responsibilities

　　Inspect, operate and test machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctionsDismantle machines, equipment or devices to access and remove defective parts to conduct repairsMaintain food processing equipmentPerform preventative maintenance on equipment, such as; inspecting motors, bearings, belts, fluid levels and replacing filtersPerform general maintenance tasks to include; plumbing, electrical wiring, installation of new equipment and partsDocument all maintenance performed including preventative maintenanceIdentify any required parts needed and notify supervisorEnsure facility supervisors are notified when maintenance or repairs are to be undertaken in any food handling areaRemove all tools and debris from any maintenance activity once it has been completed. Notify appropriate personnel of completion so appropriate hygiene and sanitation can be performed before commencement of facility operations.Qualifications

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　Education and/or Experience

　　Minimum of high school diplomaMaintenance certification or equivalent experienceMust be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certificationPrevious experience in maintenance is required. Experience in Food Manufacturing or Processing very desirableSafety programs and processes, such as Confined Space, LOTO, Hazcom, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, etc.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenanceStrong ability to work alone or with little supervisionAbility to determine causes of operating errors and be able to resolve themAbility to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutionsStrong knowledge in Pneumatics, and Power Transmission are requiredPhysical Demands

　　Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

　　Work Environment

　　Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and water, and chemicals. Temperature is regulated for operations standards. Cooler temperatures occur in specific areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions. Employees are required to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) due to working in a food manufacturing environment (hairnets, clean clothes, etc.).

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the empl yer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)