Plant Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN GENERAL PURPOSE Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently.
Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair.
Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments.
Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures • Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance • Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service • Support the installation of new equipment • Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime • Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards • Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties • Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production • Ensure all repairs are documented.
Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information.
Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures • Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques • Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes • Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance • Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Other duties may be assigned as required EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or equivalent • Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
• 2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment DFA Benchmark Job Profile template.
docx • Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment • Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred • Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams • Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time • Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner • Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs • Able to perform minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation • Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures • Able to adapt and manage to change effectively • Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision • Able to work effectively in a team environment • Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals • Basic computer skills • Must be able to read, write and speak English REPORTING TO THIS POSITION • None BACKUP SUPPORT TO POSITION(S) • N/A TRAVEL No travel required 5%-15% (1-3 times per year) 15%-25% (1-2 times per quarter) 25%-50% (up to 1 week per month) 50%-75% (up to 2 weeks per month) 75%-100% (3+ weeks per month) SCOPE INFORMATION • N/A JOB PROFILE CREATED BY • HQ Human Resources DFA Benchmark Job Profile template.
docx Original: January 2023 Revised: See last page for Physical Demands DFA Benchmark Job Profile template.
docx DFA PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Place an “X” in the appropriate response Never 0% of shift Occasional 1-33% of shift Frequent 34-66% of shift Constant 67-100% of shift Physical Demands Sit Stand Walk Grasp, handle, twist or type Reach (forward or overhead) Climb (stairs or ladder) Squatting, kneeling or bending Push/pull Crawling Driving a vehicle Lifting/Carrying Up to 10 pounds Up to 25 pounds Up to 55 pounds Up to 75 pounds 75-100 pounds Work Environment Use of chemicals Must maintain a constant state of alertness Outdoor weather conditions Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40° Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95° Noise > 80 decibels Dust Fumes Ability to work around dairy/food products Work in tight or narrow spaces Working in, around & over lines/obstacles Ability to work with limited supervision Typical office environment Typical manufacturing environment Typical farm/livestock environment Typical lab environment Sensory Demands (Check all that apply) Verbal Communication Touch Smell Hear Read Taste Write Vision (Check all that apply) Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish color) Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) Requirements: Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED required Must have two (2) years of formal mechanical/electrical education certification or equivalent work experience doing maintenance type work SAP experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must be able to perform electrical work (change pump motors, diagnose motor control problem, etc.
) Must know pneumatics, solenoid valves, and air cylinders Must be able to use standard maintenance tools in a safe manner Must have the ability to perform minor projects from planning to installation.
(Typically, this includes non-sanitary piping, drain lines, vacuum lines) Must have the ability to perform routine repairs in a safe and timely fashion (rebuilding product/water pumps, boiler maintenance, HVAC, VFD's, sanitary valves, piping leaks) Must have the ability to perform routine preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records Must have the ability to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (tig/stick) Must have the ability to follow process control computer variables and schematics and diagnose system problems Must have the ability to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner Must have good interpersonal skills necessary to foster cooperation and effectively communicate with others Must be able to successfully complete a written maintenance test conducted by Maintenance Manager Basic computer skills DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO is The Law -click here for more information EEO Statement