Maintenance Technician 1St Shift

At Universal Pure we're dedicated to giving people everywhere safe, fresh, and delicious food to eat and drink. We provide high-pressure processing (HPP), value-added services, and cold storage for our partners in the food industry. We are focused on safety and driven by service.

Join the Food Manufacturing Industry in a Maintenance Technician role!

1st shift hours 6am to 2:30pm Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays.

Wage range starts at $27.00/hour- Range based on knowledge, skills and abilities

Benefits offered at Universal Pure:

• Paid vacation and holidays!
• Health and medical benefits!
• 401(k) with company match!
• A culture of people development and internal career growth.
• A culture of caring, collaboration and respect.

Maintenance Technician Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, adjust, and replace AC and DC electrical equipment such as controls, proximity sensors, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches and timers.
• Repair and maintain high-pressure pasteurization equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace mechanical components such as motors, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace pneumatic equipment such as hydronic and hydraulic seals, high-pressure components, air compressors, pumps, hoses, and cylinders.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, water heaters, HVAC, water pumps, heat exchangers, evaporators, fans, and powered industrial equipment.
• Adherence to the facility Document Control Policy following completion of training.
• Follow health, safety, and cleanliness standards
• Excellent attendance and punctuality for an hourly role
• Handle any minor tasks related to the duties of the position

Maintenance Technician Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Welding Experience preferred but not required
• Must have flexibility with work schedule and job duties when the location environment changes.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (speak, read, and write)
• Ability to balance productivity, quality, and safety
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize and perform position responsibilities accurately and to deadline.

Maintenance Technician Demands and Working Conditions:

• Within a manufacturing, warehousing, and production type facility, must be able to withstand cold temperatures.
• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve potential exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability."

"Upon offer of employment, candidates will be asked to complete a drug screening test. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of this test. Marijuana/THC will NOT disqualify an applicant."

Allergen Statement:

• Hourly Production Employees: Universal Pure facilities may process, pack, and or store products containing allergenic food ingredients as referenced by FDA, team members who may come in direct contact, must be able to work with these ingredients.