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Balchem Corporation · 3 months ago

Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

Bridgeton, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Balchem Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance, preventative maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of equipment in their Bridgeton facility. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, maintaining accurate records, and participating in training for personal growth and development.

Food and BeverageNutrition

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Understand how to operate equipment as per operation guidelines to include safety procedures and guidelines

Record and maintain accurate data on documents as necessary

Ensure all paperwork is complete in an accurate and timely manner

Ensure documentation complies with Company standards

Keep a neat, clean, and orderly work setting by completing the cleaning tasks as assigned

Observe safety and security procedures, determine appropriate action beyond guidelines, and report potentially unsafe conditions

Consistently be on time to work, meetings, and training sessions

Attend all Company-sponsored training events, i.e., safety training talks and annual training sessions, targeted for continuing personal growth and development

Become proficient in areas of production and safety policies and procedures

Must maintain a flexible attitude towards improvement and change

Perform others duties as assigned

Qualification

Electrical troubleshootingPneumatic troubleshootingHydraulic troubleshootingBlueprint readingSanitary pipe weldingDistributed control systemsMulti-taskingCommunication skillsTime managementAttention to detailConflict resolutionTeam spirit

Required

Ability to read blueprints/schematics required

Strong communications skills. Able to utilize computer programs

Associates Degree or College Degree (prefer electromechanical or mechatronics); 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education or experience is required

Individual must be equipped with strong motivation, organization, time management, documentation, and communication skills (both orally and written)

Must have excellent attention to detail and have the ability to multi-task and prioritize

Ability to utilize common sense and skills in completing responsibilities and operating equipment conforming to Company production, personnel, and safety procedures

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, operation manuals, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting guides

Demonstration of strong work ethics (punctual, dependable, and trustworthy)

Ability to write simple correspondence

Must be able to pass any required examinations necessary to perform essential functions of the job

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Must be able to communicate and handle conflict in a professional manner

Ability to give and welcome feedback and contribute to building a positive team spirit

Must possess proven, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic system troubleshooting skills

Preferred

Experience in food processing plant strongly preferred

Sanitary pipe welding experience preferred (essential for Level 2)

Experience with distributed control systems preferred (essential for Level 2)

Building maintenance skills such as: concrete repair, plumbing, and HVAC experience is helpful

Steam boiler and plant air compressor system experience is helpful

Company

Balchem Corporation

Founded in 1967, Balchem is committed to making the world a healthier place by delivering trusted, innovative, and science-based solutions to the nutrition, health, and food markets.

Founded in 1967

New Hampton, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://balchem.com

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