Warehouse Construction /Maintenence Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician I
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm (Some Overtime and Weekends, as needed)
Pay Rate: $22hr
Location: Garland, TX-75238
Term: Temp-Hire
 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

• Perform maintenance and sanitation duties on the production line as required by the Standard Operating Procedures and Supervisor direction.

 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Disassemble production filling equipment (remove fill valves, cylinders, hopper, supply hoses).
• Reassemble and setup production filling equipment (replace fill valves, cylinders, hopper, supply hoses) using hand tools.
• Setup production lines for specific products (adjust fill volume, set cap height, set date code, and rail width).
• Learns and begins to develop personal knowledge of proper basic troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and control system problems
• Troubleshoot and repair plant equipment (fillers, pumps, tanks, valves, cappers, conveyors, etc.) using their hands, hand tools, problem solving skills, computer, HVAC, boilers, chillers, bathroom fixtures, air compressors, etc.
• Safely use appropriate equipment for each repair (welder, hand tools, electrical meter, grinders, etc.)
• Maintain plant equipment in a technically perfect condition as per SOP’s, Machine Service and Repair Manuals.
• Log all work and wrench-time on daily work orders and/or in the CMMS
• Clean equipment as directed using chemicals, spray hose, etc. after completing maintenance tasks.
• Perform carpentry tasks to frame walls, install sheetrock and repair holes in the walls.
• Paint company-owned equipment and facility as needed basis.
• Use company approved personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for various tasks.
• Operate a scissor lift to change lamps in high bay fixtures, assist with installing electrical conduits in an overhead ceiling, etc.
• Perform work in Permitted and Non-Permitted Confined Space, Inside Mixing vessels, Storage Tanks etc.
• Order equipment parts using a parts requisition form and return to Maintenance Supervisor or Designated Parts Coordinator
• Work long hours and call-ins as needed.
• Work in a safe manner always, complying with safety, health, environmental, food and drug regulations, GMPs and company policies.
• Communicate corrective and preventive issues to managers and coworkers.
• Cooperate with production personnel to ensure maximum quality and production.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Mechanical ability.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and electrical.
• Knowledge of MIG and TIG welding.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Carpentry skills.
• English reading ability for reading and understanding schematics, manuals, building plans, building codes and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of building codes such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Ability to operate a forklift/scissor lift.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, reports, equipment manufacturer instructions and requirements.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to use simple math to measure fill speed, fill rate, etc.
• Ability to Communicate Clearly
• Willing and able to work long hours and off-shift.
• Ability to properly use hand tools.
• Ability to properly use measuring devices (tape measure, depth gauge, calipers, micrometers, etc)
• Willingness to perform tasks as required.
• Ability to work with Supervision.

• Lift up to 50 pounds from the floor level to shoulder height or vise versa.
• Stand for up to three hours at a time. 
• Visual acuity see set up, recognize problems, troubleshoot and make repairs.
• Sit, bend, squat, reach, pull, twist, and turn.
• Reach forward and overhead.
• Manual dexterity skills to use hand tools, such as wrench, pliers, sockets, wrenches, socket sets, screwdrivers, etc.
• Use of power equipment such as welder, hand tools, electrical meter, grinders, etc.
• Able to use cleaning chemicals.
• Good eye/hand coordination.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade school or technical school training is preferred.
• 1-2 years previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• 1-2 years mechanical experience.
• Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting is preferred.
• Experience with preventative maintenance.
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding.
• Familiarity with high speed packaging and filling equipment.

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