Plant Maintenance Technician

About the role:

Team 360 Staffing is seeking reliable and motivated Plant Maintenance Technician to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will ensure plant production equipment continues to operate safely and efficiently; you would be utilizing skills to reduce unwanted downtime.

We are seeking highly organized and detail-oriented candidates with strong multitasking and time-management proficiency. Candidates must be able to analyze and troubleshoot electrical, automation, mechanical, and operational problems on equipment.

Company:

Team 360 Staffing is a trusted staffing and recruitment agency that connects job seekers with the right opportunities across various industries. You will be working for a specialty dairy brand that focuses on ultra-creamy, high-quality yogurt.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401 (K)
• Paid time off

Production Floor Responsibilities (80%):

• Troubleshoot equipment failure and mechanical/electrical issues on a day-to-day basis.
• Adjust, repair, or replace the correct part using power or hand tools as appropriate.
• Performs minor electrical maintenance if needed.
• Monitor production for any physical, mechanical, electrical improvements/changes/repairs.
• Respond to maintenance/facility emergency situations in accordance with departmental protocol.
• Follow all OSHA, HAZMAT, USDA, FDA, and EPA rules and regulations.
• Complete PMs based on direction given from Maintenance Supervisor/Engineering Manager
• Work and assist with implementing and following preventive maintenance (CMMS system) schedule.
• Organize and maintain work area to follow 5s.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Facilities/building Responsibilities (20%):

• Assist in the maintenance of buildings and facilities as needed.
• Performs minor plumbing maintenance, if needed.
• Assist in troubleshooting of HVAC systems.
• Assist in troubleshooting of Boiler systems.
• Monitor facilities for any repairs and improvements.
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have a valid US Driver's license and reliable vehicle.
• Formal training (certification) in a mechanical-industrial-related trade preferred.
• Strong engineering/mechanical background.
• Basic pneumatic, hydraulic, conveyor, and electrical experience and prior work with PLCs.
• Prior maintenance experience in a food manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Experience with HVAC systems.
• Possess basic knowledge of OSHA and Food Safety regulations.
• TIG/MIG welding knowledge and experience
• Prior experience with form-fill-seal machines and bottling machines.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Must be able to work rotational on-call assistance for emergencies.