Maintenance Technician

Job description

At Danone, manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire Maintenance Technicians based in Dallas, TX. to work the night shift . 

 

This position will work a 12-hour shift from 6:00 pm to 6:30 am, on a 2,2,3 schedule.

 

SUMMARY: 

This position is a self-driven/self-motivated individual capable of working proficiently, both independently and as part of a team, without direct supervision. The successful individual must have a passion for safety and be able to foster effective working relationships built upon trust and respect within all levels of the organization.

 

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, developing and creating dependable equipment throughout our facility. Implements continuous improvements, supports new system installations, production strategies and plant reliability. Persons must be capable in analyzing conditions, technical troubleshooting thru the process, identify and repair mechanical and electrical issues which prevent meeting the shift or weekly schedules. Assists, trains/coaches employees in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and the repair of machinery and equipment. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform predictive maintenance techniques on equipment to enhance uptime conditions.
• Train operators on maintenance techniques when called to troubleshoot/repair equipment.
• Develop/maintain skills of a SME (subject matter expert) around the component level training with operators.
• Executes preventative maintenance as scheduled and other reliability tasks, assist in diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds of machines and any other plant equipment to prevent/repair unplanned downtime/safety risks/normal operation.
• Partner with engineering or others on non-routine repairs and defect handling solutions.
• Utilize root cause analysis thought process to ensure sustainability of corrective actions and/or improvements to drive asset reliability.
• Proficient and diligent use of CMMS system to track maintenance action items.
• Classify breakdowns and analyze gaps in the entire process of design, fabrication, and maintenance of equipment.
• Utilize the continuous improvement mindset and tools to actively participate in identifying and correcting opportunities, improving processes including participation in the creation and documentation of standards, the writing of One Point Lessons, and participation in continuous improvement methodology events.
• Follow QMS, GMPs, and 5s methodology to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area, maintaining audit ready status always.
• Adhere to all Pillar Standards and actively participate in Pillar activities including but not limited to assessments, observations, inspections, and recommendations.

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format with fully complete with all required information. 
• Supports plant production needs and priorities to achieve plant goals.
• Facilitate, attend and participate in team meetings and programs.
• Troubleshoot and maintain packaging equipment. Assist in rebuilds.

• Work with Field Service techs, other mechanics, Control Techs, and Leadership to further learn the skills needed to advance to next level.
• Troubleshoot and identify basic electrical problems such but not limited to motor faults, sensors and instrumentation failures.
• Repair and/or replace motors, sensors, and instruments during planned activities or unplanned emergency repairs.
• All other duties as assigned or as they become evident.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• High school education or equivalent
• 2 + years in maintenance related field

• Certification to operate lifts and other required equipment

• Basic knowledge of boilers, air and ammonia compressors, and all utilities systems

• Must achieve 185 or better on Danone Maintenance Entrance Testing (applicants cannot retake test within a 9 month period).

 

 

Preferred Candidate Qualifications:
• 2 + years working in a maintenance related field on processing or packaging equipment
• Experience with filling or packaging equipment on a maintenance level
• Great attitude and willingness to learn
• Team -player, must work well with others

• Working knowledge of industrial printer technologies such as continuous ink jet (CIJ), hot-melt systems, and Zebra print and apply labeling systems.

• Proficient with valve, pump, gearbox and basic mechanical rebuilds

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Achieve and maintain required certifications
• Proficiency in MS office and basic PC skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven decision-making ability and work well in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to work various hours and shifts
• Ability to work overtime when required

At Danone North America, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like  Activia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family.  You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps ™ in the world , working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world:  One Planet. One Health BY YOU .

 

Danone North America doesn’t just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We recruit, employ, train and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect.

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