AAK · 2 weeks ago
3rd Shift Maintenance & Controls Technician
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAAK is a leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, with a commitment to sustainability and quality. The Maintenance & Controls Technician will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the plant's automated controls and power systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in the facility's operations.
Food Production
Responsibilities
Lead the safety effort by personal example
Support full plant wide compliance with safety rules to further our goal of 0 accidents and encouragement of reporting and correcting near misses
Support 0 contractor accidents during major construction or anytime maintenance contractors are on site
Identify high-risk safety/ productivity issues and help remedy them
Adhere to SOPs and other work procedures as required to assure product quality and consistency to our customers
Required to work 12-hour rotating night shifts and weekends 7pm-7am
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot, all types of factory instruments including, but not limited to temperature, pH, pressure, PLCs, wiring and flow field devices from the field indicators to PLC interface
Basic understanding of programming Diagnosis, repair and program PLC logic for troubleshooting, process changes, and improvements
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot single and three phase industrial motors, VFD’s, electrical distribution and protection circuits up to 480VAC
Document all work using CDs, P&IDs, logic prints
Identifying and examining production equipment failures to understand root cause analysis, with the help of interpreting schematics and drawings
Investigating and repairing electrical & mechanical systems such as: pneumatics, hydraulics, DC circuits, drives and conveyors
Making electrical improvements that impact results for the operating lines
Completing assigned preventative maintenance on your shift
Working with various departments across your assigned location at the site, including operations and support resources to deliver results meet business needs
Execute, Install, maintain, troubleshoot and routine preventative maintenance of all packaging equipment, conveyor systems, steam and condensate systems, pumps and piping systems, and refrigeration systems
Ability to read and interpret P&ID’s, ladder logic and electrical schematics
Maintain Facilities: lighting, windows, doors, roofs, etc
Utilize, respond, and document all scheduled and unscheduled work orders in the Direct Line CMMS system
Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to supervisor or manager
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with company procedures, rules, and regulations
Provide practical solutions to the following priorities: Emergency corrective maintenance daily and call-ins
Execution of capital and maintenance projects
Audit preventive/ predictive maintenance
Routine planned maintenance
Assist in scope, estimate, and execute small capital / maintenance projects along with maintenance manager/ project director/ operations, if time permits
Oversee the work by contractors as required on site to assure safety, quality, efficiency, and performance
Seek out opportunities to help work get done safer, faster and more cost effective
Heavy lifting with vigorous physical activity in an often hot and slippery environment
Participate in company activities such as: Safety Committee, Audit committees, employee task forces, etc
Contribute to the effort in controlling costs and minimizing downtime, scrap, poor quality, accidents, utility usage and reduced productivity in pursuit of your daily work
Use predictive maintenance techniques to assist in the planning of major repairs
Support goal of minimum part sparing consistent with production goals and local vendor sport services
Work to support cost management in the reduction of costs by analyzing both the need and improved efficiencies in all department’s quantity of spare parts prior to purchase
Support management and purchasing to find the lowest cost on equipment, tools, and supplies
Qualification
Required
2 Year Technology degree in related field (can be in the last semester of school), OR 2+ years electrical experience, OR Military experience in an advanced electronics field
Minimum 3-5 Years Industrial Maintenance Experience
High School Degree or GED required
Must be detailed oriented with the ability to explain the following: multi-task without sacrificing safety and accuracy
Ability to read and interpret basic electrical work independently and electronic/mechanical drawings, prints, schematics, as part of a team environment
Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts and computer programs weekends
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
Open to being task qualified and enter electrical panels to maintain related hardware
Attend training to build skills needed for the role (some travel may be involved)
Preferred
Associates Degree in Industrial Maintenance or equivalent (Preferred but not required)
Certification In Welding (Preferred)
Certification in electrical with emphasis on industrial (Preferred)
Certification In Refrigeration, Both Freon And Ammonia (Preferred)
General knowledge of conveyor systems (Preferred)
General Knowledge Of Packaging Equipment (Preferred)
General knowledge of automation PLC's, ladder logic, etc. (Preferred)
General Knowledge Of Plumbing And Pipefitting (Preferred)
General knowledge of HVAC systems (Preferred)
Knowledge And Of CMMS (Preferred)
Benefits
Career paths, training and development, e-learning and tuition reimbursement programs offering potential for you to progress your future career
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire
Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500
401(k) Plan with 100% match
Free Life and Disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans
Discounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more
Celebrations, events, and activities on site and supporting our communities
Amazon AwardCo recognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognition
Company
AAK
Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Naren Mansharamani
Chief Financial Officer & Secretary to Board (Food Industry)
Samantha Pennello
HR Business Partner
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