Maintenance & Reliability Specialist
- Cedar Rapids, IA
- $37.55 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Shift: 12-hour 2-2-3 rotation (day shift 7am – 7pm)
- Wage: $37.55 hourly
- Medical (HSA), Dental and Vision
- 401K | Fidelity
- Quarterly Bonus
- Health, life, and disability insurance
- Troubleshooting mechanical machine failures by disassembly and inspection of components.
- Utilizing technical documentation (prints, manuals, specifications, etc.) to aid in troubleshooting. Accurately keeping maintenance records of critical and quality-related plant equipment.
- Determining root cause of failure and correcting condition to prevent reoccurrence.
- Auditing the maintenance program and identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement.
- Repairing failure using current procedures and recommend alternative methods of repair.
- Developing, documenting, and performing preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize equipment reliability. Generating out-of-tolerance reports, when required, for equipment found outside of acceptance criteria.
- Performing precision maintenance tasks such as alignment checks, measurement of mechanical clearances, and balancing of rotating equipment.
- Executing Motor and Plant lubrication tasks. Ensuring that grease quantity and intervals are maintained within appropriate guidelines. Maintaining procedures for critical and quality-related plant equipment.
- Understanding and complying with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes. Participate in plant training and safety programs.
- Acquiring new mechanical, pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge as appropriate
- High school diploma/GED required
- Technical training in accredited technical school or equivalent, with certification in mechanical maintenance, industrial maintenance, strongly preferred
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
- Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record
- Must be able to complete a physical, drug screen and respirator clearance
- Be willing to work an off shift.
- Proven ability to work safely on or around mechanical equipment or systems in an industrial environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities as well as a proven ability to troubleshoot industrial equipment and hardware.
- Proven ability to read and understand documentation including, but not limited to, electrical schematics, P&IDs job site maps/directions, instruction manuals, and/or written instructions accurately.
- Willingness to collaborate with others and provide support, if needed, in other areas.
- Ability to work in potentially loud and odorous environments, different physical environments, or in various weather conditions.
- Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, stand and walk for sustained periods, climb stairs and ladders, bend, reach, push, pull, and enter tanks.
- Read, write, and speak in English and work in a team environment.
- Computer literate with prior experience with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus.
- Must be willing to work any day of the week.
- Must have a basic understanding of OSHA rules.
- Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record.
- Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government.
- Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
- Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel