SUMMARY: Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, electrical controls, motor controls, robotics, PLC and conveyor systems. Maximize efficiency of equipment, assist plant operations by solving problems to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality, and reduce waste in a safe and efficient manner. Train Technicians and mechanics.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months to one year position related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, write, and speak and understand in English, to interpret documents such as specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers and supervisors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, compute rate, ratio, and percent.

TECHNOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• GMP-training and understanding of standards.
• HAZCOM/HAZCAT training.
• Computer - Basic Knowledge and use including email.
• Must learn and use CMMS and Operating Systems Programs as required. Learn CMMS program to do work orders and all PM's.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. All of the following are to be performed while adhering to Tree Top operational policies, safety rules, procedures and good manufacturing practices. It is the responsibility of every employee at Tree Top Inc. to report food safety and food quality problems or risks to personnel with the authority to initiate action against these said possible risks.

This is a representative sample--not to imply a complete listing of all responsibilities and tasks.

• Maintain and Monitor Equipment, collect technical data, identify, and troubleshoot mechanical problems. Monitor changes and improvements to ensure proper operation. Make recommendation if it is necessary to shut down.
• Repair, rebuild, adjust, lubricate, inspect, document findings during preventative maintenance and clean equipment as required in a timely manner.
• Anticipate job needs, gather parts and tools to complete the job. Remove all tools and equipment when finished.
• Assist other mechanics. Communicate with mechanics, co-workers, and next shift personnel. Talk to technicians and co-workers regarding machine operating efficiencies. Train new team members as required.
• Follow safety procedures, maintain a Clean and Safe Work Area, maintain area of responsibility to meet GMP standards.
• Complete special projects, organize and plan correct procedure, fabricate systems and devices to improve efficiency.
• Improve existing processes, fabricate improvements as required, test new processes, alert supervisor of needed improvements.
• Learn new techniques and methods, maintain pride in workmanship, perform routine maintenance.
• Observe Confined Space Entry Procedures, Hot Work Permit Procedures, Emergency Evacuation Procedures, Follow LOTO (lock out/tag out) Procedures and Hazardous Material Policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is/or could be required to sit stand, walk, use hands to; finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance; talk or hear; taste or smell; reach wit