Job Details

Maintenance Technician

A Ziegenfelder Maintenance Technician is responsible for:

• Ensuring production equipment is set up and maintained to produce quality Ziegenfelder treats ready for delivery to customers.
• Preparing and configuring machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, electronics (PLC's), and hydraulic systems and providing immediate corrective maintenance support to production lines, conveyor belts, and ancillary production equipment.
• Checking and maintaining proper fluid levels in various pieces of equipment.
• Performing overhauls of existing production equipment.
• Completing daily checks of the ammonia refrigeration, boiler, and air systems.
• Inspecting and repairing various facility items as directed by your manager.
• Installing new production equipment.
• Reading and interpreting equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Complying with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
• This position is responsible for the food safety of our products.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in industrial maintenance ideally in a food environment
• 5+ years of experience in a Maintenance Technician role, preferably in the food manufacturing environment or equivalent/relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment highly preferred or equivalent/relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience as a machinist, if applicable.
• Industrial electrical experience is preferred.
• Experience working with ammonia refrigeration is a plus.
• Ability to motivate in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must be flexible in working any shift available for this position

Physical Abilities:

• Standing up to 8 hours per day.
• Moving and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Bending, twisting, reaching and grasping actions.
• Good spatial awareness working around manufacturing equipment.
• Subject to cold temperatures of less than 32F for more than one hour with proper protection equipment.
• May be subject to noise above 85 decibels with proper protection equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Subject to cold temperatures of less than 32F for more than one hour with proper protection equipment.
• May be subject to noise above 85 decibels with proper protection equipment

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly rate starting at $26.00 per hour
• 401(k)
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays