Food Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer 1st & 2nd shift

$58,240 - $66,560/Yr

New Vision Staffing - Anaheim, CA

Full-time

Anaheim, CA

11-50 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team, specializing in the maintenance of pasteurization, batching, filling equipment, sleever for labels, and unscrambler for bottles in a protein shake manufacturing environment. This role involves working with cold filling processes and managing various systems, including boilers, air compressors, wastewater containment, CIPs, electrical systems, and a chiller. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with pumps, valves, motors, and demonstrate a strong awareness of food safety protocols. Proficiency in utilizing maintenance tracking systems such as UpKeep or similar platforms is essential. Strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are critical.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive physical counts of spare parts inventory to ensure accuracy and availability, optimizing inventory management practices and minimizing downtime risks.
• Schedule and coordinate preventative maintenance (PMs) for equipment and machinery to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Create, prepare, and close work orders in maintenance tracking systems such as UpKeep, maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and associated costs.
• Utilize operators manuals, spare parts lists, and technical documentation to support maintenance planning and troubleshooting efforts.
• Communicate effectively with equipment operators and mechanics to identify maintenance needs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely resolution of equipment-related problems.
• Collaborate with maintenance team members to prioritize and schedule repair and maintenance tasks based on operational requirements and equipment availability.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all maintenance-related documentation and record-keeping activities.
• Manage the procurement of supplies and spare parts required for maintenance activities, including placing orders, tracking deliveries, and reconciling invoices.
• Review and approve bills related to supplies and parts orders in bill.com, ensuring accuracy and compliance with budgetary guidelines.
• Support the Maintenance Manager in analyzing maintenance data, identifying trends, and implementing process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with food safety protocols and raise hands to ask for approval when necessary.

Requirements

• Proven experience in scheduling preventative maintenance (PMs) and managing work orders in maintenance tracking systems such as UpKeep or similar platforms.
• Extensive knowledge of pumps, valves, motors, and other related components.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting operators manuals, spare parts lists, and technical documentation to support maintenance activities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with equipment operators, mechanics, and external vendors to facilitate maintenance activities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining maintenance records and documentation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using bill.com or similar platforms for invoice management and approval processes.
• Familiarity with basic maintenance concepts and terminology is preferred.
• High level of computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and maintenance tracking software.
• Awareness of food safety protocols and procedures.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with basic maintenance concepts and terminology is preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance