This opportunity is located within our AFB International business, the global science and technology leader in pet food palatability. We develop and produce a full range of liquid and dry palatability enhancers using high-quality ingredients proven to optimize companion animal response and consumption. Click here (http://afbinternational.com/about/) to learn more.

Job Description

As a maintenance mechanic you will install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment. Responsibilities will also include building and maintaining mechanical systems and involve the use of a variety of hand and power tools. You may be expected to assemble, inspect, install and test new pieces of equipment to ensure they are in good working order. You will need to troubleshoot and perform emergency repairs when something malfunctions.

To be a successful in this role you should have a practical mind, mechanical aptitude, and strong attention to detail as well as be able to ensure that machinery and equipment are in excellent operating condition.

Job Tasks:

• Complete and perform maintenance repairs/work orders

• Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment

• Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual and sound inspections

• Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions

• Work effectively with other team members in a loud environment

• Boiler maintenance and troubleshooting including: safety, functionality, and controls

• Advanced system troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical

• Provides excellent internal customer service

• Set up and installation of high speed mechanical seals

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuit issues, electro-pneumatic systems, control systems, motor control circuits,

• Complete and record required daily wastewater tests

Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost Requirements:

• Lock out/tag out

• Fall protection

• Emergency evacuations

• Inspect, wear and maintain appropriate PPE

• Ladder safety

• Spill containment and clean-up

• Confined space entry

• NFPA 70e Arc Flash

• Food Defense

• GMP’s

Experience:

• Computer and microprocessors experience preferred (Microsoft Word, Excel)

• Knowledge of safety codes, electrical circuits, plant food safety requirements, NFPA 70e, isolation and elimination of energy sources

• 2- 5 years of previous maintenance mechanic experience preferred

This is a 1st or 3rd shift position:

1st Shift: 5:45 AM -2:15 PM

3rd Shift: 9:45 PM - 6:15 AM

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. Over the last 186 years, EBI has grown into a global science and technology leader in pet food science, space and defense, and diagnostic solutions. Our businesses are unified by a common shared operating system and a common set of Core Values.

Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world. The simple truth is: When you are a part of our team, you stand head and shoulders above the rest.

We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards, with a commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships, and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service.

Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)

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