Maintenance

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Technician Pay Rate: Ranges from 29.75 / hr to 44/ hr - based on experience. Location: Battle Creek, MIShift: 5PM to 5 AM 3 or 4 workings days weekly. Department: MaintenanceSupervised by: Maintenance SupervisorJob Summary:As a Maintenance Technician, you will work in cooperation with shift supervisors in the Battle Creek plant and nearby distribution center to ensure all equipment remains operational. This is a great opportunity to establish yourself in a secure company with a 75+ year history of success.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Ability to perform mechanical work, valve replacement, conveyor bearing and chain replacement, motor/gearbox replacement, lubrication systems- Must possess the skills/knowledge of an Industrial Electrician to read and comprehend electrical schematics to install, troubleshoot, conduct preventative maintenance and perform repairs to facilities and production equipment to 480 Volts, 3-Phase- Ability to troubleshoot and re-wire high speed equipment such as AC/DC motors, VFDs, PLCs, PLC I/O modules and servo motors- Working knowledge of electrical controls systems, safety circuits, and automation components- Ability to work off shifts and overtime as necessary- Must be able to work in varying temperatures and climates- Ability to work independently or with a team to repair and maintain equipment as needed in a fast-paced environment during production- Practice safe working habits, ability to follow directions, and work with minimal supervision- Other duties as assignedQualifications:- High school diploma or equivalent- 3 years’ experience in an industrial maintenance related field- Strong knowledge and understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, belt systems, motors, pumps, and other industrial machine components- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment- Knowledge of safety policies and procedures is required (e.g. lock out / tag out, high voltage electrical)- Working knowledge of and the ability to use hand and power tools- Experience in the food industry is a plusWork Environment:- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and forklifts.- The employee is occasionally exposed to wet / humid / cold conditions (non-weather).- The noise level in the work environment may be loud.- The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit.- Ability to lift, push, pull product weighing up to 50 pounds out of confined spaces and occasionally having to lift product overhead.- Ability to stand, kneel, climb ladders, and other physical requirements as needed.Equal Employment Opportunity: #Kzoo