Maintenance Technician- 2nd shift

$41,600 - $66,560/Yr

Lakeview Farms - Delphos, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Delphos, OH

Crop Production

About the position

The Maintenance Technician at Lakeview Farms is responsible for performing routine maintenance and repairs on machines and mechanical equipment to ensure efficient and safe operation. This role involves coordinating with plant management to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules. The technician will also be responsible for following safety protocols and supporting food quality and sanitation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage work orders in L2L, conducting necessary maintenance or repairs as needed.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures at all times and ensure all Maintenance Personnel are following Lockout/Tagout procedures at all times.
• Inspect, operate or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters or doing other preventive maintenance actions.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary.
• Repair machines, equipment or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices.
• Maintain constant communication with Plant Management regarding any maintenance issues that may arise so that Plant Management can adjust their production schedule accordingly.
• Assist in the setup and teardown of machines and equipment at beginning and end of shifts.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations.
• Support all safety, food quality and sanitation initiatives and policies.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum three years in maintenance related field, food experience preferred.
• Possess knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Able to communicate complex information effectively to other employees.
• Able to troubleshoot effectively to diagnose mechanical issues.
• Know how to use basic computer programs like Microsoft Office.
• Able to strictly follow any and all safety procedures and policies in place.
• Able to use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Know how to operate industrial-size equipment safely and efficiently.
• Possess adequate hand dexterity to manipulate or move objects.
• Able to work well with others in a team environment.

Benefits

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