Maintenance/Engineering Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

 

Performs scheduled/unscheduled maintenance and installation tasks on the physical plant, equipment and machinery, according to standards.

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/MAJOR DUTIES

 Performs assigned preventive maintenance tasks.Performs scheduled maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.Responds to and corrects equipment stoppage/mechnical breakdown.  Troubleshoots (when necessary).  Repairs/replaces worn/defective parts, motors, control devices, etc.Operates machine shop equipment and makes required parts when necessary.Maintains cleanliness of work area.Practice and comply with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/REQUIREMENTS

 

LICENSE-  License as required by state, industry, city, county, (boiler, refrigeration, etc.).  Must possess/maintain a valid license to operate applicable heavy equipment, including forklift.

 

MOBILITY-  Physically capable to rapid, unimpeded movement to all areas of plant.  Able to climb fixed and portable ladders.  Able to crawl under and climb onto machinery and equipment.  Able to enter and exit confined spaces.

 

SENSORY-  Ability to view product for proper size and color.  Ability to distinguish color coded equipment.  Vision enough to distinguish operating lights and panels on machinery and equipment.  Must be able to hear and identify audible alarm systems.  Must be able to hear and identify normal and abnormal equipment operating sounds.

 

COMMUNICATION- Speech and hearing abilities that allow the individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English (in person and via telephone) and/or other language, if required.  Ability to generate written communication.  Ability to read and review written communication, blue prints, wiring diagrams, schematics, etc.

 

OTHER-   Ability to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs, etc.  Must have ability to wear/use approved applicable safety equipment, as needed.

 

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

 

One or more years experience as Production Operator or Technician and/or formal training or experience.  Experience in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning; Welding, Electronics, Electrical repairs, Industrial Equipment installations, alignment, start-up repairs, etc.

 

DESIRED EDUCATION

 

Associate Degree in Electronics/Electrical Technology and/or equivalent formal training and work experience.

 

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k).  Please reply by June 9, 2008.  Resumes are active for 30 days.  Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

 

Flowers Baking Company of Bradenton, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.