Job Details
JOB OBJECTIVE: The Maintenance Technician Level 1/Trainee will perform preventive maintenance tasks and/or repairs including but not limited to those on production
equipment, material handling equipment, facilities, boilers, wastewater systems, and company vehicles, to ensure execution of efficient and effective operating procedures to enable the Organization to maximize profitability and achievement of strategic goals.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Perform repairs, modifications, and preventative maintenance on production machines
and supporting equipment to ensure efficient daily production runs
Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and perform required preventative maintenance, as needed
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment (electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic) and systems requiring isolation of the malfunction, disassembly of equipment, and repair bearings,
gears, structural components, etc.
Work on assigned projects and respond to urgent maintenance calls from production teams
Assist on line changeovers, performing needed adjustments, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting
Perform general mechanical work connected with various facilities projects - electrical, carpentry, and plumbing
Perform non-certified welding, wiring, and simple machining operations incidental to repair and maintenance tasks
Calibrate temperature probes and chart recorders to maintain compliance with State regulations
Assist with general carpentry and/or moving of equipment, materials, and furniture
Handle general facilities maintenance as needed/schedule filter replacements, plant lighting, grounds keeping, etc.
Maintain equipment spare parts inventory, advising maintenance leadership of needs in timely manner
Operate equipment including but not limited to drill press, hydraulic press, forklift, scissor lift, boom lift, backhoe, concrete saw, etc.
Operate industry tools including but not limited to: hand tools, power tools, drill press, hydraulic press, hydraulic press, multimeter, tape measure, and a torque wrench in ft-lb. and in-lb.
Safety and Development
Must comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and any/all established processes, whether established by their manager, by the company or by law
Work in a safe manner and report any unsafe work, working conditions or accidents immediately
Comply with all health, safety, security, and emergency requirements that are communicated, whether established by manager, by the company or by law
Must report/communicate safety hazard(s) and/or workplace accidents to a member of leadership or P&C
Must comply with all Company policies communicated to you through your Employee Manual, trainings, notice boards or other postings, or by a member of management
Ensure all areas of responsibility are kept neat, clean, and free of hazards; notify team members of any issues and immediately resolve or communicate larger problem to Safety Manager or other member of management
General
Ensure work is produced in the most sustainable manner and assist in the communication of companywide sustainability goals to all team members
Participate in staff meetings including but not limited to pay day huddles, safety meetings, and team meetings
Maintain excellent attendance
Travel to other Straus locations, as needed
Other duties as requested
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:
High school diploma, preferred but not required
Previous maintenance experience, required
Basic knowledge of three phase motors, motor controls, wrapping, and food processing equipment, required
Familiarity with centrifugal, PD, and progressive cavity pumps - understanding of gear ratios
and speeds, required
Basic working knowledge of fundamentals of electricity, required
Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, and ability
to read related schematics, preferred
Basic welding experience in horizontal position using ARC, MIG, and TIG welding, preferred
Basic competency in assembling PVC piping, preferred
Working knowledge of general carpentry and related power tools, preferred
Basic technical math for measures or converting measurements, understanding volume/weight, required
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team/in a group setting and maintaining a positive working environment, required
Ability to read, understand, and implement written
instructions and procedures in English
Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred but not required
Must possess valid Driver's License, good driving record, and reliable transportation to travel between locations as needed/requested, required
Must be flexible to work OT and different shifts and holidays if/when required and to work weekends, as Operational needs arise
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work in a manufacturing environment
Extended periods of standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling,
and stooping, turning the head and torso, reaching, grasping, bending and flexing the arms, legs, wrists, hands, and fingers. Repetitive at times
The senses of being able to see, hear and have full power of speech, required
The ability to climb and balance is essential
Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to work at high elevations (i.e., rooftops, tops of tanks)
Working in cold, wet, humid environments
Ability to work in high allergen environments
Ability to work in temperature ranges from -20 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit
Ability to withstand noise produced by manufacturing machinery up to 90 decibels
Ability to lift, hold and/or carry up to 55 pounds of product, unassisted
Frequent work on a computer and looking at the computer screen for extended periods
Flexibility to work on call after hours and to work weekends
Above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and not construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
Straus is an equal opportunity employer. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Straus Family Creamery, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Vaccine Mandate
Employees working in this position will be required to be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. An applicant is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine.
Applicants will be required to show proof of vaccination status upon receipt of
a conditional offer of employment. That offer of employment will be conditioned
upon, among other things, an Applicant's ability to show proof of vaccination
status. Please note the Company provides reasonable accommodations in
accordance with applicable state, federal and local laws.