**Position** : Maintenance Technician **Location** : Athens, Tennessee **Requisition ID:** : 23699 The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary and efficient condition. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques. + Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for operations). + Readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations + Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service + Performing preventative maintenance (i.e. conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data) + Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery, PH house) + Complete work orders in a timely manner maintaining high quality standards + Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties + Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production. + Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s. + Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor + Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. + Follow Good Manufacturing Practices. + Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area. + Follow all required work safe practices. This would include lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc. + Responsible for food safety, pre*requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. + Report any food safety and food quality-related issues to management immediately. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Hours-Mon-Fri 2:00 pm-10:30 pm OT Required** **Hourly Rate-$28.33** + High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. + Formal Engineering/Maintenance Training desired + No experience required with certificate, 1 years minimum experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility, preferably food and beverage industry. + 1 year minimum experience with one or more technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer controlled equipment, PLC and HVAC + 1 year minimum experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment. + Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred. + Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems and independently take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time. + Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift. + Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. + Must be able to work in a wet environment with moderate to high noise volume. + Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays. + Be able to effectively work in a team environment. + Effective verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to work in a fast paced environment. + Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks). An Equal Opportunity Employer