AFB International
food grade manufacturing
AFBMaintenanceTechnician
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“AFB Maintenance Technician at AFB International. Skills: maintenance repairs, preventative maintenance, system troubleshooting. Complete complex maintenance repairs/work orders. Perform routine preventative maintenance of equipment”
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Physical Demands: The employee is frequently required to walk and talk and bend, reach, and pull. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Employees are often required to climb ladders., Work Environment: The temperature in the plant varies seasonally and may be hot and humid in the late summer. The employee may be exposed to the weather outside the plant. The meat room remains cold temperature year round. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud in the production environment. PPE requirements apply.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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, Computer and microprocessors experience, Knowledge of safety codes, Knowledge of electrical circuits, Knowledge of plant food safety requirements, Knowledge of NFPA 70e, Knowledge of isolation and elimination of energy sources, Troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities, Knowledge of electrical systems, Knowledge of PLCs, Knowledge of hydraulics, Knowledge of pneumatics, Ability to work independently, Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, Commitment to safety, Commitment to quality, Commitment to reliability, High School Diploma or equivalent
Nice to Have
maintenance experience in food grade manufacturing
What You'll Do.
Complete complex maintenance repairs/work orders
Perform routine preventative maintenance of equipment
Clean and sanitize any work area
Complete all tasks in work area
Set up and installation of high speed mechanical seals
Boiler maintenance and troubleshooting
Complete and record required daily wastewater tests
Train lower level Maintenance Techs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Provides excellent internal customer service; Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Full Job Description
We make pet food taste great! For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization. Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide. ** _Job Description_** AFB International – Where We Make Pet Food Taste Great! At AFB, Our People Matter—it’s the cornerstone of our culture. We offer an industry-leading benefits package. Here’s why you will love working for AFB International: * Competitive pay based on experience * Annual incentive/bonus program based on individual and company performance. * “Pay for performance” annual merit increases. * 401(k) with company matching—build your financial future with a total company match of up to 4.5%. * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family’s well-being. * Annual wellness credit of $600 -$1200 paid directly to employees for completing wellness activities throughout the year. * Paid time off including vacation, 11 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays, plus accrued sick time. * Company Paid Parental Leave for new parents. Birth parents receive 12 weeks paid leave and non-birth parents receive 6 weeks paid leave. * Company paid short-term and long-term disability. * Tuition reimbursement program. * Employee uniforms and safety shoes provided—your safety and comfort are our * Tools and equipment provided Job Tasks * Complete complex maintenance repairs/work orders * Perform routine preventative maintenance of equipment * Advanced system tr
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