Description
A Maintenance Technician must be able to perform a wide range of duties related to maintaining the facility including: an ability to read and understand blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and operating manuals; troubleshooting of electrical control circuits, mechanical and electrical systems; program PLC systems; knowledge of refrigeration systems; rebuilding and repairing pitters; welding and fabricating; ability to run the equipment and machines throughout the plant; follow safety procedures.
Essential Job Functions:
•Read and understand blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and operating manuals
•Troubleshoot electrical control circuits
•Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
•Program PLC systems
•Have a working knowledge of refrigeration systems
•Perform or provide oversight to pitter rebuilds and repairs
•Ability to weld parts or structures
•Ability to fabricate parts, guards, etc. as needed
•Ability to run line equipment unassisted
•Ability to repair and install plumbing systems
•Understand electrical components such as timers, relay, transformers, etc.
•Ability to use these components in equipment redesign applications
•Be aware and follow all safety techniques (lockouts, bump caps, confined space, electrical safety, earplugs, forklift etc.) and consistently comply with all facility safety procedures
•Ability to work with and on compressed air systems, solenoids, air cylinders, piping, etc.
•Identify needs and work with purchasing on obtaining replacement parts
•Ability to train maintenance and operating personnel in proper procedures of equipment
•Ability to work flexible hours and maintain good attendance; work overtime as required
•Demonstrate consistent behavior indicating the capacity and willingness to function as an independent maintenance technician for the entire facility, needing only limited direction
•Accurate paperwork completion; maintain records/documentation as required
•Other tasks as assigned
Competencies and Certifications Required
•Minimum 12th Grade equivalent testing in Reading/Math
•Internal GMP/HACCP/SQF Training
•Excellent communication skills
•Trained and knowledgeable in the use of PPE (personal protective equipment)
•Must pass respiratory fitness test
•OSHA Forklift License
Physical Demands of Job
The employee must be able to perform the physical demands listed below to perform this specific job functions:
• Frequent standing and walking
•Occasional climbing, bending, stooping, and twisting
•Frequent lifting and/or pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds
Work Environment
The work environments listed here are representative of those that may be encountered by employee while performing the functions of this job:
• Wet or humid conditions
•Extreme temperatures
•Exposure to brine (sulfur dioxide)
•Exposure to bleach (calcium chloride)
•Exposure to maintenance and/or cleaning chemicals
Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, , orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at acastleberry@senecafoods.com.
