Maintenance Technician
16 days ago
Galesburg
Job Description Position Overview: The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for preventative, diagnostic and corrective maintenance of the company’s property, including all machines. Essential Functions: • Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions., • Dismantle machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, or power tools., • Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or doing other preventive maintenance actions., • Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogues, as necessary., • Repair machines, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices., • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of the art plactices; participating in professional societies,, • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed., • Follow all health and safety regulations when operating equipment., • Wear proper headgear, earplugs, gloves, safety glasses and clothing when required., • Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner., • Observe, receive, and obtain information fr01n all relevant sources., • Identify information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events., • Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems., • Complete daily assignments (long and short term) as given by the Maintenance supervisor., • Perform breakdown, routine maintenance, preventative maintenance and project work on all company equipment, including: equipment installations, motors, pneumatic tools, production machines and equipment in conformance to specifications, safely, sanitation, and quality requirements., • Perform ground and building maintenance., • May be required to be forklift certified for the operation of a forklift during day-to-day operations, • Pipe fitting, boiler making, insulating, welding, machining, carpentry, repairing electrical or mechanical equipment, installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment, and repairing buildings and foundations, • Have TIG welding, specifically sanitary stainless-steel experience., • Be specialized in one 01' more of the following areas: millwright, electrician, or instrumentation specialist., • Perform other functions as directed. Qualifications: Education and Work Experience • Training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate degree., • Possess stainless steel sanitary welding and fabrication, including installation abilities, • Complete understanding of electrical requirements in an industrial facility. This includes being able to troubleshoot 480V motors, MCCs, and VFDs, as well as a variety of low-voltage sensors used to monitor level, temperature, flow, etc. Analog Control loops are very common in our facility. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities · Database user interface and query software, such as Microsoft Access and Microsoft SQL Server. · Experience with Microsoft Outlook and Excel. · PLC and I-IMI programming capabilities, including troubleshooting and modification abilities. · Available and willing to be on a rotating call schedule for emergency maintenance needs. · Self-starter with attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. · Be at least 18 years of age. · Comfortable climbing up ladders. · Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift at least 40 pounds. · Positive attitude and work ethic. · Able to work independently or as an active member of a team. · Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management. · Forklift certification is a plus, or the ability to obtain it. · English fluency is a must, and Spanish fluency is a plus. · Background or experience in the food industry is a plus. Physical Capabilities Required: • Required to sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time, • Required to operate a computer and keyboard, • Visual acuity to review written documentation, • Ability to hear and understand speech, • Manual dexterity to operate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, • Lift horizontally and vertically, • Bend, squat, crawl, climb, stoop, push/pull, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently to move objects, • There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout to be heard above the ambient noise level, • Exposure to a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, and exposure to heat/cold temperature changes Why Join RE ProMan in Galesburg? • Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable food innovation., • Competitive starting rate of $25 - $ 35/ hour, depending on the skill set and experience level., • Comprehensive benefits and training opportunities., • A mission-driven culture where your work directly impacts the future of food.Company DescriptionWe’re revolutionizing plant-based proteins. As a global technology leader in the development of clean-label, sustainable protein ingredients, we’re driven by innovation and a deep commitment to excellence. Our new Galesburg facility marks a major step forward in commercializing our proprietary processes and delivering world-class ingredients to food and beverage companies around the globe.We’re revolutionizing plant-based proteins. As a global technology leader in the development of clean-label, sustainable protein ingredients, we’re driven by innovation and a deep commitment to excellence. Our new Galesburg facility marks a major step forward in commercializing our proprietary processes and delivering world-class ingredients to food and beverage companies around the globe.