Lodi Manufacturing

2nd shift: Monday-Friday 2pm - 11pm

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor or designate.

PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE:

Under general supervision, performs preventative maintenance and repairs to plant equipment, vehicles, facility and grounds.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform preventative or corrective maintenance action for all equipment, vehicles, facilities and grounds, as necessary.

• Troubleshoot, repair all plant equipment and complete projects, utilizing the following skills or knowledge: 3-phase electrical, machinery, mechanical, sheet metal fabrication, welding, plumbing, hydraulic, pneumatic, fire protection, construction and modification, carpentry, and other areas as required.

• Maintain and purchase inventory of parts, tools and supplies, ensure upkeep of the maintenance area, and take responsibility for maintenance equipment within the facility.

• Follow safe work practices and procedures at all times, including safe lifting and completion & cleanup of all projects, lock and tag out, confined space, spill control, OSHA, proper use of chemicals and tools.

• Perform upkeep in the following areas, as required: grounds cleanup, snow removal, lawn and outdoor care, painting, lighting repair and replacement, furniture, building, and roof repair, production or production support equipment.

• Troubleshoot and repair all manufacturing, packaging and warehousing machinery.

• Have basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and mechanics.

• Participate in designing and developing in-house projects that improve productivity, meet regulations, enhance quality or improve safety.

• Maintain all maintenance records for all equipment installations, repairs and preventative maintenance schedules.

• Perform other work related duties as requested or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be able to succeed within and adhere to the culture of the Furst-McNess Company.

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

• Education equivalent to high school diploma, along with having additional training in welding, electrical, plumbing, and two years of maintenance mechanic experience in a manufacturing or agricultural environment.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to read blueprints and electrical and pneumatic schematics.

• Ability to maintain and operate skid loaders, end loaders and other production equipment as required.

• Ability to ascend ladders and various heights using stairs, elevated walkways and/or elevators.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or stoop up to 70 lbs. of material on an occasional or regular basis.

• Ability to maneuver heavy loads (up to 2,000 lbs. pallets) with a pallet jack; safely operate all equipment along with being a certified forklift operator, scissor lift operator or the ability to become certified.

• Ability to perform cleaning operations while exposed to dusty environment, and ability to wear/use all appropriate protective equipment.

• Ability to vary work schedule as necessary; depending on weather, departmental, or production needs.

• Ability to work independently. Ability to effectively communicate machine or building problem areas to supervisors or co-workers as necessary.

• Ability to learn and comply with cGMP and regulatory requirements imposed on manufacturing facilities by the FDA, OSHA and EPA in regard to manufacturing of food and drug products.

• Good communication skills, both oral and written, and is capable of utilizing these skills within all levels of the Company as well as externally.

• Ability to provide outstanding customer service to all associates and management staff, showing a sense of urgency relative to solving problems, performing assigned tasks, employee concerns, etc.

• Ability to effectively organize work schedules and manage multiple assignments by utilizing time management skills to ensure day-to-day assignments and special projects are completed within guidelines agreed upon.

• Ability to work as an effective team member within the plant and company, as a whole. Willingness to pitch in and do work that may not be a specific part of the job description for the overall good of the department and company.

• Ability to be flexible and be willing to change along with recommending changes that can enhance our ability to serve both internal and external customers more effectively and in a professional manner. Respect other peoples' points of view and able to take constructive criticism.