Responsibilities
As a Maintenance Partner, you'll function in a team environment, reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader with direct responsibilities to the Production Team Leader and Team. You'll provide technical support to ensure a safe environment, producing safe, high-quality product, in a timely manner, at the best cost possible.
Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources People drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.
What is the work?
- Maintains manufacturing processes and equipment in optimum condition; integrates several process techniques focused on achieving high levels of overall process effectiveness (TPO)
- Applies fundamental understanding of team in development and active participation in a team environment through Division and Plant team orientation, safety and quality training, and Level I Team skills
- Operates the following equipment
ELECTRICAL Operates meters and testing equipment, programmers, and soldering tools (e.g., voltmeters, amp meters, micrometers, meggers, programmers, test instrumentation, dial indicators)
ELECTRONICS Operates computers (desktop programs) and appropriate tools; adjusts set points and machine controls (e.g., digital volt ohmmeter, handheld amp probe and held voltage tester, logic probes, CRT equipment)
HYDRAULIC Operates / sets up hydraulic pumps and 3-way piloted and 4-way valve systems
MECHANICAL Operates shop equipment (e.g., grinders, drills, saws, threaders, lathe, mill); starts up processing equipment, building equipment, and refrigeration systems
WELDING Sets pressures on oxyacetylene equipment, arc welder, carbon arc welder, electrode welder, and tig welder
Repair & Replacement :
BUILDING SYSTEMS Repairs plant equipmentELECTRICAL Installs conduits and voltage motors; repairs / replaces fuses, lamps, breakers, switches (e.g., wiring controls, power circuits0; uses standard brand of limit, micro switches, starters, control devicesELECTRONICS Installs / repairs / replaces / calibrates 4-20 milliamp sensor circuits; programs PLCHYDRAULIC Replaces cylinders, valves, and pumps; performs preventative maintenance (e.g., 4-way / Vickers valves)MECHANICS Replaces various shafts and bearings, filters, belts, chains, sprockets, and sheaves (using instruction manuals and parts lists); maintains / repairs processing equipment, building equipment, and refrigeration systems; sets mechanical functions on various tracking conveyors; assists in installation of new systems (including bearing)PNEUMATIC Replaces air cylinders, valves, and pumps; performs PMWELDING Prepares surfaces; selects correct welding rod; cuts / welds (metals, stainless steel, copper pipe, silver solder, soft solder joints)Inspection :
ELECTRICAL Inspects plant / OSHA-related items; generates work orders for repairs of loose connectionsHYDRAULIC Monitors system pressures; compares to standardsMECHANICS Monitors various system temperatures and pressures; performs OSHA inspections for compliance on guards, cylinders, and unsafe conditionsPNEUMATIC Monitors system pressures; compares to standards; writes up repair / rebuild orderREFRIGERATION / HVAC Monitors system pressures and temperatures; compares to standards; inspects systems for leaks; monitors fluid levels including glycol levels proper ratiosSafety / Compliance :
Performs preventative maintenanceELECTRICAL Applies proper lock-out / tag-out on all electrical equipmentTroubleshooting :
BUILDING SYSTEMS Uses forklift and pallet jack manuals to troubleshoot plant equipment; troubleshoots low temperatures / pressures in hot water systems, lost power; isolates problemsELECTRICAL Troubleshoots all systems with / without schematics and photoelectric sensing equipmentELECTRONICS Controls power or programming fault, Modicon / Allen-Bradley PLCs, and PID control devicesHYDRAULIC Troubleshoots hydraulic pump, receiver tank, and proper pressure settingsMECHANICS Identifies problems with gearboxes, pumps, valves, and other basic system components, including vacuum conveyor systemPNEUMATIC Troubleshoots systemsREFRIGERATION / HVAC Troubleshoots refrigeration systems (e.g., ammonia, glycol, freon); isolates problemsReads blueprints (electrical, mechanics, welding)Draws / designs blueprints to repair / modify / construct / make process changes (mechanics)Makes changes to system design (hydraulic, pneumatic)What is your background?
High school diplomaExperience in maintenanceExperience in electrical / mechanical / equipment (for building & process) repairExperience completely disassembling process equipment and repairing, improving, and reassembling for re-useDo you have what it takes to be a fit as a Mfg Maintenance Partner at H-E-B?
Strong working knowledge of all aspects of plant equipment maintenance operation (e.g., equipment troubleshooting, electrical, refrigeration, machine shop operation, welding, brazing soldering)Strong aptitude and abilities in industrial plant, mechanical, or electrical workSpecific to assigned functional area
BUILDING SYSTEMS
Understanding of the theory of water distribution and its components, including heat exchangers, water softeners, and water heatersUnderstanding of electrical distribution system and how to identify its componentsELECTRICAL
Ability to identify standard brand of limit, micro switches, starters, and control devicesUnderstanding of installation of 110V circuit for control voltage and how to identify appropriate use of such systemsKnowledge of how to electrically install different voltage motorsELECTRONICS
Knowledge of how to burn chips and program systemsUnderstanding of ladder logic diagramsKnowledge of basic programming of a PLCEQUIPMENT OPERATION
Skills using voltmeters, ammeters, meggers, calipers, dial indicators, refrigeration test instrument micrometers, electronic test equipment (e.g., programmers), machinist equipment and tools, hydraulic test equipment, hand and industrial power toolsHYDRAULIC
Knowledge of how to repair receiver tankKnowledge of how to troubleshoot hydraulic systems, (Vickers valve, 4-way valve, pie press system)Understanding of the difference between a larger diameter cylinder and a longer cylinderMECHANICS
Knowledge of how to operate, start up, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair some processing equipment, building equipment, and refrigeration systemsKnowledge of OSHA compliance requirements for guards, cylinders, and unsafe conditionsUnderstanding of how to install new equipmentUnderstanding of vacuum conveyor systemsUnderstanding of how to read and design blueprints to repair, modify, and construct equipment and make process changesPNEUMATIC
Knowledge of how to troubleshoot pneumatic systems and 4-way air valvesUnderstanding of application difference between hydraulic and pneumatic systemsUnderstanding of how a rodless cylinder worksREFRIGERATION / HVAC
Knowledge of how to troubleshoot refrigerator systems and isolate problems (e.g., ammonia, glycol, freon systems)WELDING
Ability to read and understand blueprintsUnderstanding of why welding rods are covered with fluxCan you...
Travel by car or plane with overnight staysRegularly lift up to 20 lbsOccasionally lift 20 lbs or moreWork extended hoursWork rotating schedulesManeuver through the facility and perform functions of the job, with or without accommodation (standing, stooping, bending, etc.)Work in wet, cold, or hot environments, depending on Plant location, where temperatures are :Snacks : temperature-controlled environment ranging from 80-100 degrees FFloral : temperature-controlled environment ranging from 32-42 degrees FMeat : routinely 30-45 degrees F in a cold and wet environment, occasionally (-)20 or 85 degrees F in certain areasMilk : routinely 60-80 degrees F in a wet environment, occasionally 38 degrees F in certain areas, 110 degrees in othersIce Cream : (-)40 to 80 degrees F, certain areas in a wet environmentBakery : 80-100 degrees FTortilla : 80-100 degrees F06-2012