Tech 2, Bakery- Maintenance

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, The Tech 2, Bakery- Maintenance is responsible to maintain the equipment and facility in a safe and operational state of readiness at all times as prescribed by established guidelines and supervision. Adhere to all assigned tasks, FSQA Food Safety Procedures and follow all safety procedures. Immediately report any issues to Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive, scheduled and corrective repairs on equipment, reports findings to supervisor and takes appropriate action. 
• Assists production workers in diagnosing malfunctions in systems and equipment.  Tests equipment after repairs, changeovers or extended downtime
• Assists with or executes major equipment overhauls.  Assists with or performs the troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatic, plumbing and PLC Software problems.
• Maintans production equipment while operating on a defined production schedule.
• Operates general machinery and tools including saws, drills, power tools, scissor lifts, forklifts, etc
• Interacts with and maintains records in accordance with Maintenance Management System requirements  and job assignments and communicates via email, all with the use of computer systems.
• Completes duties in accordance with quality assurance, GMPs, safety and other company programs and procedures, and in compliance with government code and regulations.
• Maintains clean, organized and safe work area, including wipe and washing equipment and tools, sweeping and mopping floors, and trash removal.
• Confers with and coordinates activities with Bakery personnel and other departments to minimize disruptions to production and maintenance schedules. 
• Escorts contractors while in the bakery facility on scheduled visits.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• High school diploma with a minimum of 3 years mechanical and/or electrical experience in industrial and manufacturing machinery OR 5 years mechanical and/or electrical experience in industrial and manufacturing machinery
• Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field preferred
• Advanced Electrical, Refrigeration, Welding, Boiler/Air Compressor and Machinist experience
• Must have ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and control systems design documentation and vendor supplied documents including Process & Instrument Drawings (PID), electrical single line drawings, instrument loop drawings, electrical cable, routing and termination, mechanical diagrams and machine layout drawings
• Experience in two of the following skills:  refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and food manufacturing process controls
• Knowledge of equipment set-up, functionality, operating procedures and preventative maintenance techniques
• Able to handle multiple tasks with capability of prioritizing and planning work activities

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.