Maintenance Technician

Job DescriptionKemps, a DFA company, is hiring for an off-shift Plant Maintenance Technician for our Rockford, IL facility.This is a full-time, union position with a starting pay of $30.20 - $34.20/hour based on experience / certifications.The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary and efficient condition. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques.

Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for operations).

Readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations

Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

Performing preventative maintenance (i.e. conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data)

Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery, PH house)

Complete work orders in a timely manner maintaining high quality standards.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.

Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor.

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

Follow all required work safe practices. This would include lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

Responsible for food safety, prerequisite programs and food quality related to designated area.

Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.

Perform other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS:

Union 401(k) with company contribution

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Employee referral program

Uniforms provided

Work for dairy farm families

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required

Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks

Minimum two years experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility, preferably food and beverage industry

Minimum one year experience with one or more technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC and/or HVAC

Minimum one year experience with a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

Must be able to handle basic hand tools

Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift; occasionally required to climb or balance

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Must be able to work in a cold, wet environment with moderate to high noise volume

May experience some exposure to fumes airborne particles, chemicals or allergens

Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer