Job Description

Description

Production Maintenance Technician

Location: Old Dutch Foods
Days: Monday - Friday

As a Production Maintenance Technician at Old Dutch Foods, you will be responsible for the set-up, installation, and troubleshooting of machinery and facilities. Your role will include participation in facility maintenance, repair, equipment installation, and other related duties as assigned by the supervisor. You will adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety/Quality Programs, consistently monitoring for food safety issues and reporting them to your supervisor.

Job Duties:

1. Ensure production and packaging machines run at standard speeds and adhere to quality specifications.
2. Complete scheduled preventive maintenance.
3. Troubleshoot and repair machinery as necessary to maintain productivity.
4. Monitor production equipment and report any issues that cannot be immediately handled to the supervisor.
5. Collaborate with other mechanics and PMOs as a team to maintain productivity.
6. Participate in machine and general plant maintenance and repair as needed.
7. Assist in the installation of new machinery.
8. Work on assigned work orders.
9. Perform weekly/daily machine/equipment inspections.
10. Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
11. Adhere to procedures for maintenance performed near food surfaces to ensure cleanliness and safety.
12. Report any food safety or food quality issues to the supervisor.
13. Follow plant GMPs and Food Safety and Quality Programs.
14. Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of working experience with form, fill, and film machinery.
• Past troubleshooting experience with PLCs is desired.
• Experience may be substituted with a successful completion of a two-year technical education in packaging, electrical, electronics, or a related field.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Troubleshoot and repair packaging machines to minimize downtime.
2. Exhibit mechanical aptitude.
3. Interpret and understand maintenance manuals in English.
4. Maneuver around machinery 100% of the workday.
5. Climb ladders/stairs as needed throughout the day.
6. Lift heavy, uneven loads weighing up to 64 pounds.
7. Bend or squat for 5-20% of the workday.
8. Work in tight or awkward spaces.
9. Maneuver cautiously on slippery floors.
10. Work on elevated platforms.
11. Adapt to varied environments: hot, humid, cold, noisy, wet, and odorous.
12. Extend hands and arms from the body or overhead.
13. Communicate effectively in noisy environments to ensure quality and safety.
14. Complete safety training and adhere to requirements.
15. Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, gloves, and respirators.
16. Work up to 40 hours per week or more if needed.
17. Maintain dependable attendance.
18. Work safely around electricity and moving machinery.
19. Maintain authorization to operate lift trucks.

Additional Information:

• This is a Union Position with Twin Cities Bakery Workers Local 22.
• Overtime paid for hours worked over 8 in a day.
• On-Time Bonus earned weekly.
• Benefits include paid time off, medical, HSA, dental, vision, life insurance, pension, and a 401(k) with company match.

License:

• CPO (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

This job is open to military experienced candidates. If you’re ready to take on this important role, we encourage you to apply!

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