Maintenance Controls tech / Electrician

Shasta•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

This position consists of troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining all aspects of production & facility equipment, new equipment installations, good housekeeping, and maintaining established preventative maintenance programs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED. Some technical college preferred.
Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in related field with proven industry experience, food and beverage experience a plus.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret machine/electrical drawings and schematics.
Computer literacy required with proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word.
PLC experience a must.
Excellent AC and DC circuit knowledge.
Knowledgeable in electrical installations for main and control power wiring as well as installing conduit.
Developing action plans and implementing related corrective measures.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent oral and written communications skills in English. Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
Favorable background and drug exam.
Ability and willingness to work 12 hour shifts and the flexibility to work a flexible Full Time schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

Nice To Haves

Refrigeration system knowledge and experience a plus.
Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
food and beverage experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain high speed filling, packaging, and support equipment.
Practice safe work habits. Follows proper lock out tag out procedures as required. Completes all OSHA required training as required and correct any unsafe conditions as necessary. Knowledgeable in OSHA laws and regulations.
Responds to calls from line supervisors or operators to repair equipment as needed.
Provides breaks to machine operators or runs equipment when needed.
Performs package change-overs on equipment as required.
Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on equipment as required.
Participates in daily meetings and reports maintenance department objectives and opportunities.
Installing/rebuilding various production or plant support equipment as needed.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic devices and hydraulic systems.
Develop preventative maintenance needs and requirements.
Perform pipefitting activities for water, air, or hydraulic systems.
Fabricate machine small parts, brackets, or guards as needed.
Troubleshoot mechanical or electrical problems in a timely manner.
Independently performs all assignments after being given general instructions as to the results expected.
Takes the lead and initiates resolution of technical, unusual or complex problems or issues.
Interact with the public and other employees in a positive manner and promote a cooperative working environment.
Coordinates several projects at the same time while prioritizing competing demands on time availability.
Ability to synthesize complex or diverse information.
Troubleshoot digital and analog systems.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.