Maintenance Assistant

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Key Responsibilities:

• Support maintenance technicians in equipment repairs, preventive maintenance activities, and troubleshooting while developing technical skills toward advancement

• Perform basic facility maintenance including painting, minor electrical work, concrete repairs, and general building upkeep including landscaping and snow removal to maintain facility standards

• Operate and maintain equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, and floor scrubbers while following all safety protocols and procedures

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules and maintain accurate documentation of completed work

• Research and identify components/parts using technical manuals and catalogs, communicating effectively with vendors and suppliers

• Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and work areas while ensuring proper care and storage of maintenance assets

• Assist in managing and providing backup for stockroom operations, including inventory control of maintenance and janitorial supplies, receiving inbound items, and creating requisitions as needed

• Execute Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures and maintain safety inventories according to company policies and regulatory requirements

• Perform basic troubleshooting and repairs under supervision while learning advanced maintenance skills through the potential Maintenance Apprentice Program

• Support and implement Safety, Food Safety (GFSI), and 5S initiatives throughout the facility while ensuring compliance with corporate safety and sanitation policies

• Commitment to continued education towards maintenance skills

• Other duties as assigned

POSITION SCOPE:

Direction Received: Usually, direction comes from the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager. Direction can also come from Shift Supervisor as determined by production loss through equipment that is down.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS: (List and describe the minimum qualifications required to perform the job. Be sure to justify each skill with a corresponding essential function)

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED

• Technical training or apprenticeship in machining preferred

• 2-3 years experience in industrial machining a plus

• Experience with preventive maintenance programs a plus

Required Experience:

• Computer literacy (Word and Excel proficiency)

• Basic mechanical abilities

• Experience with hand and power tools

• Knowledge of basic measuring tools

• Ability to operate material handling equipment

• Ability to read and follow directions

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills

• Strong Problem Solving and Decision Making

Additional Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age

• Must pass pre-employment assessment

• Drug screening required

• Background check required

Additional Internal Requirements:

• Must demonstrate Core Values

• Must be in good standing with no disciplinary action or attendance issues

• Must have performer or higher in last review

• Demonstrated sense of urgency in production recovery situations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic mechanical principles

• Safety procedures and LOTO

• Tool and equipment operation

• Maintenance principles

• Basic electrical knowledge

• Good Computer systems and software

• Time management

• Organizational skills

• Basic Mathematical and measurement skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities

• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail

• Work independently and as part of a team

• Communicate effectively with all levels of personnel

Physical Demands: The associate will be exposed to the manufacturing environment where hazards and requirements may include but are not limited to:

• Must be able to lift and handle objects weighing up to 50 pounds

• Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods

• Ability to climb, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and squat

• Manual dexterity for tool operation

• Use of ladders and other equipment

• Must be able to wear ARC Flash Apparel/ Equipment

• Ability to wear respiratory protection as needed

• Must be able to work at heights and in small spaces

• Position may also require crawling under platforms

• Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses)

Travel Requirements: Travel is not required in this position.

Work Conditions: The majority of tasks will be performed in a manufacturing setting with exposure to:

• Noise levels above 80 dB

• Operation of complex machinery

• Potential exposure to Solvents, fumes and inks

• Variable Temperatures

• May be required to work flexible shifts

• May require nights, weekends, and holidays

• An additional $2.50/hr premium for hours worked on NIGHT Shift only (qualifying hours vary by location).