Senior Maintenance Technician

We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Technician to join our team in Eddyville, IA. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring machinery and equipment are in good operating order to satisfy production targets and quality requirements. This includes using basic tools such as Ultrasonics and bore scoping, and working with proper greases and lubricants. The position requires working with other departments to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operation of the plant.

What You Will Do

The Senior Maintenance Technician will perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks on plant equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair malfunctioning machinery and equipment, such as conveyors, pumps, and packaging machines.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. The successful candidate will have a strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Vocational training in Industrial Maintenance or related field
• 5 years of experience working as a Maintenance Technician in a food or pharma grade plant
• Ability to travel up to 5%
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for food and pharma grade plants, including FDA and cGMP guidelines
• Familiarity with maintenance software and computer programs to record and track maintenance activities
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Knowledge and experience rebuilding pumps, motors and centrifuges
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed, as well as be available for infrequent call-ins
• Organized and able to be a self-starter to complete tasks in a given window
• Physical ability to perform manual labor, climb ladders, work at heights, and lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Compensation and Incentive plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
• Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• 401(k) with company match
• Education Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Support for Community Involvement