Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Maintenance III position is responsible for providing technical direction to the maintenance team and works to improve productivity and work quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays in a timely manner and without risk of product contamination.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans and schedules maintenance activities, including reviewing and updating MP-2 documentation, tracking equipment maintenance, the availability and procurement of parts and equipment, and scheduling staff
- Perform preventative & predictive maintenance on process systems to include; mill, production, packaging, utility, and other facility equipment
- Reports on maintenance activities, training and orientation of employees, and identify and implement cost saving ideas as necessary
- Leads site maintenance, including all buildings, grounds, and equipment
- Partners with Maintenance Manager to complete aspects of human resource management including performance management, training, and coaching within company policy and regulatory compliance.
- Helps to promote an environment that fosters team work and safe work practices. Promotes efficient initiatives through participation, training, and staff engagement in continuous work improvement activities
- Performs Emergency Evacuation procedures, including documentation requirements
- Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of: safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
- Other duties, as assigned
Education and Experience Required:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent from and accredited institution and one of the following:
- Two-year associates degree or higher in technical field (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, etc.) or equivalent
- Military training and experience in a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
- 3+ years hands-on experience in a mechanic, maintenance, electrical, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, or related role, or equivalent education
- Demonstrated proficiency with all requirements of the Maintenance A Mechanic position
- Must maintain a current Minnesota State Boiler license and completed respirator certification
- Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
- 3+ years leadership experience
- Previous maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility
- Previous experience reading blueprints and schematics
- Previous experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding
- Previous experience with power transmission components; belt drives, chain drives, bearings, motors & gears
- Previous experience with drill presses, lathes, Bridgeport-type mills
- Experience with operation and maintenance of forklifts, scissor lifts, and articulated lifts
Physical Requirements: Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Must be able to lift up-to 34 pounds for 6+ hours per shift
- Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds for 3+ hours per shift and anything over 50 pounds requires team assistance or mechanical lifting devices
- Must be able to sit, climb and work off ladder, and operate foot pedals for 3+ hours per shift
- Must be able to work in a dusty and cold environment for 3+ hours per shift
- Must be able to work in confined spaces for 3+ hours per shift
- Must be able to work in high heat and humidity for 6+ hours per shift
- Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, kneel, stoop, walk, and reach above shoulders for 6+ hours per shift
- Must be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, feel and perform fine manipulation for 6+ hours per shift
- Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift
- Must be able to wear a respirator as needed
- Must be able to make fine distinctions by sound
- Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written word
- Must be able to distinguish object or equipment visually
BenefitsHealth
Dental
vision
401k
PTO
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.