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Overview

Lifeway Foods, recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. The Maintenance Technician II position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the company’s equipment, reporting to the Facilities Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Possess all skills and abilities of a Level I mechanic.
  • Set up, change over, and tear down all production line equipment with minimal or no supervision.
  • Operate all production machinery and handle all facets of repair to the plant, building, grounds, and production equipment.
  • Complete Preventative Maintenance Work Orders using CMMS efficiently.
  • Perform maintenance and repairs on all conveyors, fillers, packaging, cheese, and other production equipment with minimal or no supervision.
  • Conduct thorough preventative maintenance analysis on any equipment utilized by the facility.
  • Understand electricity (low and high voltage) and utilize a meter for testing and troubleshooting.
  • Run all types of conduits and wire sizes, and work with devices such as receptacles, electrical plugs, switches, sensors, PLC, HMI, and Servo drives.
  • Be willing to work off shift hours, overtime, and be on call as needed.
  • Have basic knowledge of wastewater systems.
  • Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, Chiller, Boiler, Sprinkler, Packaging, Filling, HTST, and CIP systems.
  • Maintain and install plumbing fixtures and piping.
  • Maintain and repair all building fixtures.
  • Assist in the installation, operation, and maintenance of all new equipment.
  • Participate in training courses provided by Lifeway Foods.
  • Perform duties according to SOP and SSOP that meet quality and safety standards.
  • Conduct behavior in compliance with Lifeway Employee Policy.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 2 to 3 years of experience.
  • Basic math and measurement skills.
  • Ability to actively listen to instructions and understand basic English.
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs.
  • Ability to be on your feet for an 8-hour shift.
  • Ability to climb on ladders and maneuver through equipment.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • 401k

Additional Information

  • Willingness to work off shift hours and be on call as needed.

Benefits

PTO
Health Insurance
Vision
Dental
401k
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