This opportunity is located within our AFB International business, the global science and technology leader in pet food palatability. We develop and produce a full range of liquid and dry palatability enhancers using high-quality ingredients proven to optimize companion animal response and consumption. Click here to learn more.

Job Description

As a maintenance mechanic you will install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment. Responsibilities will also include building and maintaining mechanical systems and involve the use of a variety of hand and power tools. You may be expected to assemble, inspect, install and test new pieces of equipment to ensure they are in good working order. You will need to troubleshoot and perform emergency repairs when something malfunctions.

To be a successful in this role you should have a practical mind, mechanical aptitude, and strong attention to detail as well as be able to ensure that machinery and equipment are in excellent operating condition.

Job Tasks:

Complete and perform maintenance repairs/work orders

Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment

Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual and sound inspections

Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions

Work effectively with other team members in a loud environment

Boiler maintenance and troubleshooting including: safety, functionality, and controls

Advanced system troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical

Provides excellent internal customer service

Set up and installation of high speed mechanical seals

Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuit issues, electro-pneumatic systems, control systems, motor control circuits,

Complete and record required daily wastewater tests

Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost Requirements:

Lock out/tag out

Fall protection

Emergency evacuations

Inspect, wear and maintain appropriate PPE

Ladder safety

Spill containment and clean-up

Confined space entry

NFPA 70e Arc Flash

Food Defense

GMP’s

Experience:

Computer and microprocessors experience preferred (Microsoft Word, Excel)

Knowledge of safety codes, electrical circuits, plant food safety requirements, NFPA 70e, isolation and elimination of energy sources

2- 5 years of previous maintenance mechanic experience preferred

This is a 3rd Shift Position

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.