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Phibro Animal Health · 1 day ago

Maintenance Repair Technician

Chicago Heights, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$30/hr - $38/hr

3+ years exp

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a global organization specializing in animal health and nutrition. The Maintenance Repair Technician will ensure the safe and efficient operation of production line equipment and facilities, performing maintenance and repairs as needed.

AgricultureFarmers MarketFood Processing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performing preventive maintenance, repairs, improvements, and modifications to production, utility, and facility equipment including but not limited to: fermenters, drying equipment, baggers, palletizers, pumps, air compressors, boilers, and other mechanical equipment

Provides training with respect to the maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems in compliance with company standards, procedures, and government regulations (SOPs, GMPs, GLPs, PSM, etc)

Serves as maintenance advisor to provide input to projects in areas of equipment design, parts and material selection, documentation, testing, problem solving, maintenance requirements, project scope, and follow-up

Responsible to assist with priority assessment and decision making as it relates to troubleshooting and diagnostics of equipment operations. Works closely with operations to determine root cause and establish proper corrective actions

Conducts assembly, repair, and proactive maintenance for packaging, fermentation, utility, and facility equipment and systems in a cost-effective manner

Proactively reviews equipment operation to determine any deficiencies or improvements to aid with increasing OEE

Read and understand drawings / blueprints, utilizing this knowledge for the installation / repair of new and existing equipment

Use of precision measuring devices and the ability to use machinist’s shop tools

Qualification

Preventive maintenanceGMP manufacturing processesTechnical proficiencyMachinist skillsProblem analysisComputer proficiencyCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Journeyman Certificate with 3 – 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment or a Technical/Vocational School diploma with 5 – 8 years of machine repair or machinist related work experience

A valid driver's license is required for this position in order to operate company vehicles

Proven ability to coordinate many activities and multi-task

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment

General maintenance skills

Able to satisfactorily complete all safety related training required to execute job functions

Demonstrated knowledge in relevant technical areas

Solid understanding of GMP manufacturing processes, equipment and facilities

Good communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to interact with all levels of the Phibro organization

Willingness to assist other technicians with work tasks as needed; a solid team player

Can analyze problems and provide support in determining appropriate corrective and preventative actions, with minimal assistance

Capable of simultaneously managing multiple assignments. Prioritizes own work. Flexible and responsive to changes

Computer proficiency with email; internet/online training; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel

Attendance and Punctuality

Collaborative

Delivering High Quality Work

Following Policies and Procedures

Initiative and Responsibility

Managing Time

Performing Physical or Mechanical Tasks

Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Working Safely

Company

Phibro Animal Health

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is dedicated to helping meet the growing demand for animal protein.

Founded in 2000

Teaneck, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.pahc.com/

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