Maintenance Technician Lead

We make pet food taste great! For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization. Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide.Job DescriptionJob TasksComplete complex maintenance repairs/work ordersPerform routine preventative maintenance of equipmentAdvanced system troubleshooting both mechanical and electricalClean and sanitize any work area and equipment where work is performed, including critical control pointsComplete all tasks in work area on the master cleaning schedule and documentProvides excellent internal customer serviceSet up and installation of high speed mechanical sealsBoiler maintenance and troubleshooting including: safety, functionality, and controlsTroubleshoot and repair electrical circuit issues, electro-pneumatic systems, control systems, motor control circuits, electrical and P&ID drawingsComplete and record required daily wastewater testsTrain lower level Maintenance TechsSafety, Quality, Delivery, Cost RequirementsLock out/tag outFall protectionEmergency evacuationsInspect, wear and maintain appropriate PPELadder safetySpill containment and clean-upConfined space entryNFPA 70e Arc FlashFood DefenseGMP’sExperienceComputer and microprocessors experience preferred (Microsoft Word, Excel)Knowledge of safety codes, electrical circuits, plant food safety requirements, NFPA 70e, isolation and elimination of energy sourcesMust have 5+ years of maintenance experience in a food-grade manufacturing environment with prior leadership experience overseeing direct reports or equivalent team lead responsibilities.Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.