The purpose of the Class 1 Maintenance Technician is to make necessary decisions that support the continuous operation of the Minneapolis facility. This position is responsible for carrying out multi-craft industrial maintenance tasks, addressing production line maintenance concerns, and driving success in TPM through active participation in pillar activities.

Safety

• Comply with all Lock-Tag-Try (LTT) procedures.
• Fix and report all unsafe work conditions.
• Notify member of Minneapolis Leadership Team in the case of any accident, near miss, or on-the-job injury.

Maintenance

• Performs skilled abilities in examining production machines and equipment to diagnose electrical and mechanical problems to ensure equipment is electrically, mechanically sound and functions to company specifications.
• Assist in coordination of installation activities of new equipment with Engineering, Production and Maintenance personnel.
• Maintains and repairs equipment per the maintenance work order procedures.
• Assist in coordination of installation activities of new equipment with Engineering, Production and Maintenance personnel.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections, tasks and repairs for production equipment and facility(s) structure(s).
• Uses schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions or defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting on electronic or mechanical components, equipment or systems.
• Perform any other task as directed by the Maintenance Leader.

TPM

• Active contributor to the PM Pillar.
• Partners with AM activity team members to achieve TPM goals across the plant.
• Maintains all implemented 5S improvements and ensures housekeeping expectations.
• Perform all TPM duties necessary to ensure the safety of the plant and drive to successful attainment of zero losses, zero defects, and zero injuries

Leadership

• Participation in continued education related to skilled abilities.
• Active contributor in the development of Maintenance Apprentices, peer mechanics, and production operators.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The employee should hold the following skills and abilities:

• Demonstrated quality and craftmanship and holds others accountable to this standard.
• Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision
• Demonstrated desire to have a positive impact on safety at the Minneapolis facility.
• Demonstrated mechanical, electrical and controls aptitude. Strong troubleshooting skills in all areas.
• Solid foundation in Reliable Work Practices and SAP interface preferred.
• Perform all TPM duties necessary to ensure the safety of the plant and drive to successful attainment of zero losses, zero defects, and zero injuries.

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, and PowerPoint)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3-year experience in a Maintenance team. Preferably as a 1st Class Mechanic or Multi-Trade Technician.
• Manufacturing or process related experience.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• * Ability to routinely lift up to 80 ibs. with assistance
• Work up to 12 hours in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment
• Walk/stand on concrete floor, as required during shift work lasting 8-12 hours
• Routinely ascend and descend stairs and ladders.
• Safeguard self with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary for task
• Use cleaning equipment or tools as necessary for housekeeping duties in accordance with all safety rules
• Ability to work overtime as necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to $39.82 per hour