Maintenance Technician

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Program & CMMS Ownership

• Administer and continuously improve the CMMS system (work orders, preventative maintenance schedules, reporting).
• Ensure all work orders are properly assigned, documented, and closed in a timely manner.
• Develop metrics and reporting to monitor equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance effectiveness.
• Expand preventative maintenance schedules based on failure history, OEM recommendations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Equipment & Technical Maintenance

• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance for production machinery (tempering systems, depositors, flow wrappers, cartoners, refrigeration, etc.).
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC-driven systems.
• Conduct equipment inspections, identify risks, and recommend upgrades or replacements as needed.
• Support capital projects, new equipment installations, and line upgrades.

Facility & Contractor Management

• Manage the maintenance and upkeep of facility infrastructure (HVAC, roofing, plumbing, fire safety, chilling systems, utilities).
• Serve as the primary liaison with sub-contractors for specialized services (e.g., roofing, HVAC, refrigeration, fire protection, electrical, plumbing).
• Schedule and oversee contractor work to ensure minimal disruption to production.
• Ensure building and equipment compliance with all regulatory requirements (safety, environmental, fire codes, food safety).

Leadership & Administration

• Lead, train, and support a small maintenance team (currently two members).
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and compliance documentation in line with food safety standards (FDA, SQF, HACCP, etc.).
• Manage spare parts inventory, vendor relationships, and the maintenance budget.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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