Responsibilities and Duties Responsible for supplying maintenance personnel with the correct tools, parts, components, and information necessary to maintain and repair all physical plant equipment. This position maintains accurate supplier/vendor part descriptions and inventory balances. Specifically, the following duties and expectations apply for all work as assigned + 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 compressed air required for operations). + Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service + Perform preventative maintenance as assigned + Complete work assignments 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 the required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP. + Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor + Utilizing a 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, prerequisite programs, and food quality related to designated areas. + Report any food safety and food quality-related issues to management immediately. + Readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations + Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills + High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. + Formal Engineering/Maintenance Training desirable + 3 years minimum experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility, preferably the food and beverage industry. + 3 years minimum with one or more of these technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam generation, mechanical power transmission, electronic, PLC, and HVAC + 3 years minimum experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control, and packaging equipment. + Ability to inspect the equipment, recognize potential problems and independently take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment downtime. + 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.     Primal Pet Group is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please review our Employment Privacy Policy here: https://primalpetfoods.com/pages/employee-privacy-policy. By submitting an application with us, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this policy. Powered by JazzHR