Company Description: At Instinct®, our purpose is to feed the unspoken bonds between pets, their people, and the planet. As The FreshRaw Brand, we believe nothing is fresher than raw and that raw nutrition has the power to help pets live healthier, happier lives. Guided by our leadership capabilities — acting as Change Agents, driven by Consumer Obsession, and fueled by a Challenger Mindset — we’re redefining what’s possible in pet food and challenging the status quo. From our St. Louis headquarters to our Center of Excellence Raw Food Kitchens in Lincoln, Nebraska, we’re united by a shared passion for making a meaningful difference through the power of raw. Instinct® is part of the family-owned group, Agrolimen, who owns leading pet food and human food businesses in the US, China, Europe, and Africa. Sign-on Bonus up to $2,000 Position Summary: This position presents an opportunity to be a full-time member of a maintenance team with significant professional growth potential. The Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance duties to support the greater team. The majority of the time will be on general maintenance tasks and machine repair to ensure the smooth operation of the production process, but will also do special projects and preventative maintenance when not doing work necessary to keep production running. Primary Job Responsibilities - Perform installation, modification, operation and maintenance of all facets of the plant.
- Quickly respond to production calls regarding equipment breakdowns.
- Work to get the production process going in the most efficient manner possible, minimizing down time to the greatest extent possible.
- Prioritize working on multiple repair requests on an urgency basis, requiring coordination/communication with the Production and Maintenance leadership teams.
- Alert the Maintenance Lead or Manager of any unusual breakdown or damage to plant or equipment.
- Work on special projects as determined by Maintenance Manager.
- Perform PM activities as time permits.
Personal Attributes - Mechanical aptitude
- Analytical ability
- Self-motivated
- Self-starter mentality with the ability to work on projects with minimal supervision
- Strong organizational skills (ability to manage multiple projects)
- Practical learning (assimilating and applying new information)
- Ability to manage and measure work.
- Ability to deal with ambiguity.
- Ability to read multiple types of schematics
- Ability to read and write ladder logic
- VFD knowledge and programing
- Knowledge in industrial electrical codes
Skills and Technical Expertise: - Ability to read multiple types of schematics
- Ability to read and write ladder logic
- VFD knowledge and programing
- Knowledge in industrial electrical codes
- Read and interpret electrical documentation, hardware drawings and program terms for troubleshooting
- Read and comprehend plant drawings and layouts
- Ability to lift heavy objects, work in various environments, and perform physical and demanding tasks.
- Understanding and adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues effectively.
Required Experience - Able to read, write and speak in English
- Frequent squatting, kneeling, stooping, and bending.
- Ability to plan projects and coordinate tasks.
- Experience with preventative maintenance programs.
- Computer proficiency with Outlook and Microsoft.
- Driving Continuous Improvement.
- Ability to work during periods of extreme weather and in other emergency situations. This may include summer heat, winter cold, and respond to storm damage.
- High school education.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred Experience: - Electrical/Mechanical 2-year degree and/or experience equivalent
- Experience with electrical systems, wiring, and basic electrical repairs.
- Experience with programming / controls of Robotic systems and PLC integration.
- Knowledge of relevant safety regulations, building codes, and OSHA requirements.
Physical Requirements: - Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
- Frequent squatting, kneeling, stooping, and bending.
Travel Requirements: May travel to other facilities. Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required. Compensation: Competitive compensation package includes health & dental insurance, life & AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, PTO, short and long-term disability, Purpose days off for company partner volunteer opportunities, monthly bonus program, and 401k with company match.
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