Utilities Technician - 1st Shift
Company: Faribault Foods
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionFaribault Foods Inc., the leading food manufacturing
plant located in Rita Ranch, is looking for an experienced and
safety-conscious UtilitiesTechnician to join our line maintenance
team! We manufacture, can, and supply whole beans, refried beans,
and enchilada sauces in over 15 branded items and numerous custom
private labels.The primary purpose of this position is to ensure
continued operation, maintenance, and repairs of all Company
Utility, Building, and Auxiliary equipment. Perform equipment
repair and maintenance and perform preventative maintenance to
maximize equipment uptime. Ensure that maintenance work performed
maintains or improves product quality and production efficiency.
Maintain plant efficiency and a safe working environment.
Maintenance performance shall be consistent with company goals,
business unit Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to include safety,
quality, efficiency, productivity, and customer service.12hr
shifts: three days on, two days off-rotating schedule ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following is a list of duties to
be performed however, the duties are in no way limited to/by the
list.--Maintain, repair, monitor and log all Boiler, Compressor,
Chillers, Water treatment, Waste Water treatment, and Fire
Suppression systems.Perform water, chemical, and oil
analysis.Maintain Switchgear and back-up generator.Document
equipment repairs/findings onto work orders for input into the
Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo).Perform
Preventative Maintenance (PM's), inspections and/or repair of
equipment during shutdowns which may require weekend work and/or
shift reassignment in response to production requirements.Generate
work orders, enter and retrieve data from the CMMS
systemCommunicate all safety and compliance concerns to the
Maintenance Coordinator, and the EHS Manager.As a member of the
Utilities Team provide rapid response to equipment related problems
to maximize equipment uptime and production efficiencies.Apply
maintenance troubleshooting skills in a wide variety of machine
applications in response to production requirements.Communicate
information to Maintenance Supervisor and to the Production Manager
regarding technical issues, equipment problems, and continuous
improvement ideas.Troubleshoot control wiring, relay logic, motor
drive circuits, control system devices, photo eyes, limit switches,
proximity switches, and transducers.Utilize Digital Volt Meter,
Mega OHM Meter and AMP probes to diagnose electrical
problems.Support the installation and start-up of new
equipment.Perform welding and machine shop tasks related to repair
of equipment and machinery.Work with equipment vendors or technical
representatives on re-builds, service visits and equipment training
to reduce downtime. Work directly with Production personnel,
Quality personnel, and support members to problem-solve and
trouble-shoot to correct machine malfunctions.Perform mechanical,
electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic installation, repair and
service of machinery and support systems as required.Perform
systematic preventative maintenance, including electrical and
mechanical adjustments, inspections and minor repairs on plant
equipment as necessary.Complete special projects as required,
including design and repair work on material handling systems and
other mechanical and electrical devices.Design and fabricate parts
to improve machine / equipment operation and safety.Address all
mechanical, electrical, material and safety discrepancies as
detected and/or report these discrepancies to appropriate personnel
as necessary.Rotate jobs within business unit and with other
business units as assigned. Rotate on alternative shifts as
required.Maintain proper safety conditions of equipment and of
Company assets.Maintain an organized, clean and safe work area.Work
in confined and tight spaces.Demonstrate good
attendance.Effectively read, write, speak and comprehend
English.Comply with all standard safety practices, safety rules and
all Company rules and policies.--RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS /
REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School
diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Demonstrated training
and experience in steam/boilers, air handling systems, ammonia
systems, plumbing systems and welding. Demonstrated training and
experience in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and electronics.
Working knowledge of hand and power tools. Ability to read blue
prints, diagrams and schematics. Ability to work with limited
supervision and perform effectively in a team-oriented
environment.Preferred experience in the food and beverage industry
with an emphasis in high-speed packaging.LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability
to read, write, speak and comprehend English. Ability to read and
comprehend moderate to complex instructions, short correspondence,
and memos. Ability to write technical correspondence. Ability to
effectively present information in one-on-one and small group
situations to production team members, other technicians, and
management.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply,
and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common
fractions and decimals. Ability to compute ratio, percent, draws
and interprets bar graphs.REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply
commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral
instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few
concrete variables in standardized situations.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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.While performing the normal duties of this position, a
Maintenance Technician must have the ability to visually identify
defective parts. The team member must also have the ability to hear
machine operations sounds that may indicate defective parts,
machine failures, changes in speed and other routine running
conditions. Must be able to work on multiple levels, such as
catwalks, ladders, etc. Must be able to demonstrate manual and
finger dexterity. Must be able to work extended hours and/or
overtime as required. The team member frequently is required to
stand or walk. The team member is required to use hands to finger,
handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands
and arms. The team member must perform heavy lifting and/or moving
of up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job
include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.WORK
ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here
are representative of those a team member encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of
this job, the team member regularly works near moving mechanical
parts. The team member is frequently exposed to fumes of airborne
particles and toxic chemicals. The individual must be able to wear
the appropriate protective equipment to accommodate the protection
needs of the present hazard. While performing the duties of this
job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The
employee frequently works in high, precarious places and is
frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and
risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works in
outside weather conditions. The operator will be exposed to wet and
humid conditions and have to work with cleaning chemicals, toxic
chemicals, and some dust in the atmosphere. The noise level in the
work environment has been measured at 85 decibels and hearing
protection must be worn. Working in close proximity with moving
forklift trucks is required.Experience maintaining Industrial
equipment----Able to use shop tools - hand and power
toolsTroubleshoot mechanical applicationsMechanical repairs,
Milling -machiningWelding experience----Industrial welding using
TIGArc weldingMiG weldingFabricationElectrical troubleshooting
experience----24V DC to 480V ACTroubleshoot electrical motor
control circuits--Faribault Foods Inc. (FFI) is proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer. FFI does not discriminate based on age,
ethnicity, race, sex, gender, religion, national origin, creed,
tribal affiliation, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation,
marital status, genetic information, veteran status, socio-economic
status, as well as any other class protected by law.Faribault
Foods' Benefits and Compensation:-Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and
paid End of Year Shut Down-Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, &
Vision) - after 60days-Employee Assistance Program-401(k)
Retirement Plan & Employer Match-Tuition Reimbursement-Perfect
Attendance Incentives-Life Insurance - Company paid-Short-Term &
Long-Term Disability - Company paid-Job Progression Program - Earn
as You Learn-Employee of the Month Recognition Program-Wellness
Program - Up to $150 in rewards-On-campus gym; free weights,
elliptical, treadmill, etc.-Employee referral bonus $200, for both
employee and referral-Provided uniform shirts twice a year -
Company paid-Reimburse up to $150 for steel toe boots every six
months--
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