Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

1440 Foods Manufacturing

Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Jeffersonville, IN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands: Pure Protein® nutrition bars; and Body Fortress® high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx® high-performance meal replacements. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future!

    Position Overview:

    The Maintenance Technician will perform preventive maintenance for all manufacturing operations, along with troubleshooting and repairing machinery problems.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Perform routine maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment used in food and beverage production, including but not limited to conveyors, mixers, fillers, packaging machinery, and refrigeration systems.
    • Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and mechanical issues with equipment to identify root causes of malfunctions and implement effective solutions.
    • Conduct repairs and replacements of defective parts or components using hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
    • Ensure that all equipment is properly cleaned, sanitized, and maintained in accordance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.
    • Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance while maintaining product quality and safety.
    • Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment and machinery, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications and safety guidelines.
    • Document all maintenance and repair activities, including work performed, parts used, and any other relevant information, in maintenance logs and records.
    • Adhere to safety protocols and procedures at all times to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others.
    • Stay updated on industry developments, new technologies, and best practices in electro-mechanical systems maintenance and repair, with a focus on applications in the food and beverage industry.

    Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

    • Ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
    • Ability to operate and diagnose automated production equipment by navigating the HMI.
    • Advanced knowledge involving: 480v, electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics.
    • PLC logic experience preferred.
    • Welding, fabricating, and machining experience preferred.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with other technicians, operators, and leadership to maintain a high level of cooperation among all departments.
    • Commitment to safety and compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including OSHA, FDA, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

    Education & Experience:

    • High School diploma or equivalent, Technical Certification in mechanical technology, preferred.
    • 2+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing (food production preferred).
    • Experience with CMMS programs used for preventative maintenance, work orders, and spare parts tracking.
    • Experience working with food-grade materials and equipment, with a solid understanding of food safety regulations and compliance requirements.

    Work Environment:

    • Exposure to both the office setting and food manufacturing facility.
    • Significant amount of time on the manufacturing floor.
    • Must wear required PPE while in all manufacturing areas.
    • Moving parts and machinery are present in the plant.

    Physical demands:

    • Frequent sitting, standing, or walking.
    • Frequent ability to lift up to 50lbs.
    • Ability to physically perform functions of repetitive motion, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, and climbing.
    • Noise levels will vary, higher noise levels exist while in the plant operations areas.