Maintenance Mechanic

Job TitleGeneral Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThis position will perform general maintenance of equipment in a fermentation manufacturing environment.QualificationsEDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:High School diploma or GED required5+ years of trade experience in a similar industry is preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Excellent oral, written, and computer communication skillsAbility to interpret technical drawingsStrong mechanical aptitude and backgroundDesign/drawing/manual experience for troubleshootingMulti-trade skills like welding, pipefitting, pump repairs, compressor work, boilers, etc.Must be self-motivated, strive for success, work in and with the maintenance/production teams, stay on task with limited supervisionAbility to remain flexible in work scheduling knowing that occasionally break times and/or start and stop times may need adjusted in order to finish up a project safely and completelyWorking Conditions / Physical RequirementsWORKING CONDITIONS: Fast paced bio-chemical/chemical/dry blending manufacturing environment working both in office & plant settings. May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, JHAs, and support of the ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 4+ hours a dayOccasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing or pullingOccasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, occasional need to lift up to 75 lbs.Ability to operate general manufacturing powered equipment, vehicles and toolsAbility to operate forklift, telehandler, and man lifts proficientlyAbility to wear a resipirator according to the Company respiratory programResponsibilitiesSafety, Environmental, & Quality ComplianceUtilize safe work habits and follow all policies and proceduresMake sound decisions while not compromising safety, environmental or quality standardsAssist with audits as required Turn in any hazards as they are identified to get them corrected as soon as possibleAttend regularly scheduled training sessions to stay current on all compliance initiativesEnsure compliance with all governmental regulations and policiesMaintenance DutiesChanging drive belts, pump mechanical seals, oils, filters, greases, bearings, rotorsRebuilding pumps, frames, structures, doorsRepairs of conveyor belts, pipe leaks, fork trucks, manliftsSome minor welding of frames, stands, handrail, etc.Report daily tasks/accomplishments back to the Maintenance Supervisor/leadershipLearns equipment details such that general maintenance work can be completed efficiently and successfullyWill conduct minor troubleshooting, individual equipment coordination for stop/starts with productionAssists in the preparation of Work Instructions/Standard Operating ProceduresOccasionally will be working with contractors and will provide guidance for the current taskBe available for contact during off hours (evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) for communications of troubleshooting, adjustments, and occasional reporting to work for correctionsContinuous Improvement & CollaborationSuggest/implement process improvement, cost down, or best practice ideasContinually strive for increasing processing efficienciesComplete 5S activities to keep the work area clean and organizedSalary Range28.00EEO StatementAjinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.