Maintenance Systems Technician II

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Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

Established in 1943, the SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry. We produce a complete line of products for many different market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending and the transportation industry. In addition, we pride ourselves on the sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities our company offers to customers throughout the United States. Please visit http://www.skfoodgroup.com for more information.

We are looking for a Maintenance Systems Technician II to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. Reporting to the Maintenance Systems Supervisor.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Reports To: Maintenance Systems Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly

ROLE

SUMMARY

Maintain, adjust and repair plant machinery to meet industry standards while insuring compliance with all regulatory agencies including but not limited to USDA, OSHA, FDA, EPA, Local Government, independent auditors chosen by the company and the company’s own stated quality standards.

Perform the above tasks in accordance with a journeyman’s skill level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Maintain complete maintenance records and PM schedules for all equipment and facilities.
• Recommend equipment modifications to improve the process, productivity and finished product quality.
• Analyze performance issues related to equipment, tear down inspect components and replace as needed
• Troubleshoot equipment to define root cause and repair in a timely manner.
• Modify parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations.
• Maintain spare parts inventory to minimize downtime and expense to the company.
• DMAIC, Design, measure, analyze, implement and control mechanical process improvements.
• Practice continuous improvement concepts in all aspects of equipment and facility maintenance.
• Locate critical spares in the market for those items not in inventory.
• Support factory recommended equipment maintenance schedules and develop schedules for areas where none exist.
• Repair downed equipment in a fast paced time critical environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may include work coordination responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Seven years applicable work/industrial experience. Graduate from a millwright’s journeymen program (Preferred)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

Certificate from a college, technical school or trade school preferred; areas of study: Industrial Fabrication, industrial electrical, machining, building trades. (Preferred)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Read electrical diagrams.
• Read machine drawings.
• Advanced understanding of Fluid mechanics (hydraulics & pneumatics).
• Experience in Mig and Tig welding (food grade welding knowledge a plus).
• Understanding of Boiler mechanics.
• Experience with precision tools such as micrometers, vernier & dial calipers, dial indicators, levels, gauge blocks.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication.
• Able to work effectively in the following environments: cold, hot, wet, high areas.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For information about physical demands, work environment and required training, please see the full job description.

Benefits:

SK Food Group provides competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits including programs that provide for your health and welfare, help you prepare for retirement and truly enable you to balance your work and family life.

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Associate Bonus Programs
• Family & Friends Referral Bonuses
• DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent scholarship opportunities
• Educational Tuition Assistance