Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Overview
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our team in Poughkeepsie, NY. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing facility. Your expertise in preventative maintenance, plumbing, and various mechanical systems will be essential in maintaining our equipment and facilities. If you have a passion for troubleshooting and a commitment to safety, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Independently perform routine maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment.
- Conduct equipment troubleshooting and diagnostics to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
- Perform facility maintenance and modifications as needed.
- Carry out heavy equipment repairs and maintenance.
- Perform machine safety inspections and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Set up machines for production runs and conduct manual machining as required.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
- Collaborate with team members to improve facility operations and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in facilities maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong skills in plumbing, and electrical troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of industrial and manufacturing engineering principles preferred.
- Experience with heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
- Familiarity with machine safety inspections and setups for production runs.
- Manual machining skills and welding experience are a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize projects.
- Must meet physical requirements, including the ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Family-owned and operated since 1903, EFCO Products is a global leader in creating and distributing innovative bakery fillings, mixes and concentrates, beverage bases and syrups, sauces and spreads, fruit and specialty toppings, and savory sauces that have made us a key supplier to the bakery and foodservice industry.
Becoming a leader has meant investing in our most precious ingredient; our employees. At EFCO we understand the power and value of people, and that a happy employee translates into better results and a more positive work environment. It’s because of this that you can expect a very attractive and highly competitive compensation package.
You should be proficient in:
- Plumbing
- Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Facilities Maintenance Experience
- Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Welding Setups for Production
- Machine Safety Inspections
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Manual Machining Skills
- Meets Physical Requirements
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Labeling Systems
- Packaging Machines
- Liquid Fill Pumps and Equipment
- Palletizer
- Conveyor Systems
- Servo Motors
- Forklifts