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Lifeway Foods, Inc. · 3 months ago

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I (9 PM - 5 AM)

Lifeway Waukesha, WAUKESHA, WI, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Lifeway Foods, Inc. is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for performing preventive maintenance duties and ensuring the care and maintenance of all production equipment in a safe and sanitary manner.

Food and BeverageHealth Care

Responsibilities

Utilize expertise to assemble and fabricate stainless steel, aluminum, and other food-grade materials

Ensure precision and accuracy of welds to maintain integrity of processing equipment

Ensures all equipment is maintained in compliance with the requirements of the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO), SQF and the Lifeway Wisconsin policies

Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, and processing equipment

Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service

Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines

Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and make adjustments

Using CMMS system, perform regular preventive maintenance on machines and equipment

Complete work orders promptly and maintain high-quality standards

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties

Assist with parts supply inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor

Reports and food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

Perform duties according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Sanitization Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) that meet quality and safety standards pertaining to: Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Wisconsin Department of Agriculture (WDA), and customer requirements

Report to workstation on time; Wear proper work attire; Assist in setting up work area

Conduct behavior in compliance with Lifeway Employee Policy

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Preventive maintenanceMechanical troubleshootingWelding skillsManufacturing softwareMathematical proficiencyInventory managementMicrosoft OfficeLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required; Or four to 10 years related training/experience

Demonstrate intellectual and interpersonal skills through leadership, organization, and self-efficacy

Ability to read, write, present, and effectively communicate in a business setting

Advanced proficiency in calculations and applying mathematical concepts

Knowledge of Manufacturing Software, Inventory Software, and Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.; Ability to be on your feet for entirety of 8-hour shift; Ability to climb ladders and maneuver through equipment; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Company

Lifeway Foods, Inc.

The Lifeway Foods story began in 1986 with kefir, a dairy-based fermented drink loaded with protein, probiotics, and a deep connection to many cultures, especially those from the Caucasus region.

Founded in 1986

Morton Grove, Illinois, USA

201-500 employees