Maintenance Technician
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AgCertain Industries, Inc.
Boone, IA, US
Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and routine inspections to ensure smooth manufacturing operations. They also update standard operating procedures and manage spare parts inventory to minimize downtime.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Boone, IA 50036The Maintenance Technician plays a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth function of operations within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for performing preventative maintenance tasks, reactive equipment repairs, routine inspections, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Operate safely and appropriately in all AgCertain situations and environments
Update maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring regular review and revision, and implement proper training for maintenance personnel
Conduct routine inspections of the facilities, identify and resolve issues, and maintain accurate maintenance records and logs
Conduct accurate repair and installation activities with timely completion
Monitor equipment and spare parts inventory; place orders for replacements as needed
Prioritize and process maintenance work orders by addressing equipment repairs, deficiencies, or improvement opportunities
Apply Good Manufacturing Practices and understand the maintenance processes with respect to food safety
Participate in all company trainings
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED equivalent level certification with proven reading, writing, clearly legible handwriting, computer, inter-personal communication and mathematics skills
Physical abilities to include the ability to lift 75 lbs (34 Kg), able to climb several flights of stairs and not affected by heights
Experience operating an FDA-regulated processing facility or similar ISO-certified production facility is preferred
Prior experience working on pumps, motors, and HVAC systems preferred; prior experience in a biodiesel, ethanol, food processing plant, or manufacturing facility preferred
Welder certification preferred
OSHA 10hr Certification and NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certification preferred
Ability to respond to off-hour requests, including weekends and/or nights
Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform minor repairs
Competent in problem-solving, team building, planning and decision-making
Excellent communication, organizational, management, and computer skills
Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
Act with humility, honesty, integrity, and a commitment to safety
Abide by Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the facility
