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Responsible for performing mechanical troubleshooting to determine problems on equipment used in the manufacturing process. Dismantles, adjusts, repairs, and assembles equipment. Uses tests and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments. This position will deal with a high level of stress as they troubleshoot and repair the equipment under specific time constraints.\nHow will you contribute:\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:\nKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nPerforms preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines as noted in the equipment manufacturer’s guidelines\nAble to visually inspect and test machinery to detect equipment malfunctions\nThoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary\nOils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance\nRecords and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts\nOrders and installs replacement parts for machines\nIdentifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines\nRepairs broken machines quickly and efficiently\nPrepares reports documenting work performed\nCleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies\nCoordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines\nCollaborates with production manager or plant engineers regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required\nMakes necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with production managers regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required\nInteract with the maintenance and production teams to identify root cause of equipment failures and downtime events. \nDiagnose problems and repair defective machines and equipment with new or repaired parts, following the specifications set forth in manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams\nPerform Root Case Analysis, develop recommendations, and implement solutions and procedures for permanent elimination of operational issues\nSolve problems related to equipment, tooling, process, & quality, and document problem-solving efforts\nProvide technical support for raw materials and construction methods associated with all assigned product lines\nCommunicate equipment problems to operations staff as needed \nSet up and break-down of Food Processing equipment as required\nBuilding maintenance repairs and up-keep (plumbing repairs, blocked drains, changing lamps & ballasts, light remodeling, etc.) \nComplete other duties as assigned \nOTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nAble to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form \nKnow, understand, and comply with the company’s safety and health goals and its objectives\nAssist the company in achieving goals by participating in the safety program\nDemonstrate proper operation of equipment and tools as needed to ensure employee safety and compliance of all OSHA guidelines \nProvide management with written report of unsafe conditions or unsafe acts as needed \nReport all accidents, injuries, or illnesses immediately Perform other duties assigned \nTroubleshooting: Able to determine causes of operating errors and decide on the most effective and efficient course of action to repair\nMechanical Ability: Must be able to read and understand all electrical and mechanical schematic and diagrams \nRepairing: Ability to work on equipment or systems using various types of hand tools, measuring, and testing instruments, etc.\nEquipment Maintenance: Able to perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment and determine the proper type of corrective maintenance needed\nTool Use and Organization: Maintain tools and maintenance equipment in working order and maintenance room and work areas in neat condition\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel crouch, climb, use ladders, and perform various types of manual labor\nOccasionally, the employee may be required to lift to up 75 pounds \nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to loud noise, extreme heat and cold temperatures and sometimes wet conditions\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n3+ years’ experience in Maintenance in a production environment (food manufacturing preferred)\n3+ years’ experience with industrial electrical \n1 year experience with boiler equipment \nKnowledge in food processing and / or chemical processing, GMP’s, clean design, etc.\nFamiliarity with batch and continuous processing including filtration techniques, extraction and / or product packaging\nFamiliarity with food safety programs like SQF, Kosher, etc.\nHigh school diploma or GED \nMust have knowledge of single and three phases electric, AC, DC high and low voltages \nAbility to work overtime, off shift, and weekends as needed\nBasic Tools \nWork Environment:\nMay involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame.\nWhat Vibrant Ingredients can offer you:\nGenerous time off for vacations\nPaid Holidays\n401(k) with company match\nTuition reimbursement\nMedical/Dental/Vision\nHealth & Wellness programs\nMore about us:\nVibrant Ingredients, headquartered in Lake Mary, FL, is one of the world's leading independent providers of natural ingredients. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, we deliver a diverse portfolio of clean label ingredients and innovative system solutions to the food and beverage industry. Our commitment to quality and performance is reflected in our American-made products, which enhance both taste and functionality. Backed by advanced manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in fermentation, patented cold brew extraction, custom flavor development, and a range of drying and blending technologies. Operating from four state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we ensure the accessibility of real, high-quality ingredients-helping our customers create better-for-you food and beverage for consumers.\n\"Improving the food and beverages consumed by providing real ingredients from nature that work.\"\nThis position is currently classified as on-site.\nEmployees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.\nThe final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.\nThe Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.\nEEO Statement\nVibrant Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. 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