MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN at Louisville, CO

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring all plant operations and machinery are running effectively and efficiently.

Essential Functions

• Analyzes and repairs all manufacturing equipment and systems
• Understands and performs processes on machines to ensure machine efficiencies
• Performs problem solving tactics using Electrical, Pneumatics and Schematics
• Preventative Maintenance on factory machinery
• Reparation and maintenance of conveyor systems
• Reparation and maintenance of pump/vacuum systems
• Utilization of CMMS
• Promotes Safety in the workplace by assuring that all safeties on equipment are in place and operating properly
• Complies with company policies and procedures
• Personal responsibility for following safety rules and GMP guidelines
• Responsible for maintaining a food safe work environment and in the event it is perceived that it is compromised, action is to be taken which includes stopping the process and notifying the supervisor, assistant supervisor, or lead on duty
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of facilities/equipment set up and manufacturing equipment maintenance
• Proven Electro-Mechanical troubleshooting knowledge and experience
• Solid knowledge of food manufacturing equipment, including processing and packaging lines, a plus
• Electrical controls knowledge and experience
• Pneumatic Controls/Systems Troubleshooting & Set-Up knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of PLC Controls
• Safety/OSHA knowledge a plus
• LOTO knowledge a must
• Knowledge of Food Manufacturing or FDA regulated Manufacturing environment a plus
• Ability to work with and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Proficient in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong ability to problem solve
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, a plus

Education & Experience

• Background and training in the food manufacturing industry is preferred
• High School degree or equivalent is required
• Excellent work ethics and responsibility
• Positive attitude
• Honest and Trustworthy
• Excellent communication skills

Work Environment

• Lifting or pushing up to 50 pounds
• Working in heat and cold as required
• Ability to work in a loud environment
• Ability to perform in a fast paced environment and effectively respond to changing production schedules
• 4 day/week, 10 hour shift (one scheduled work day on the weekend)

Benefits

• Health insurance, vision insurance, dental benefit, FSA, pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, bonuses

About Fresca Foods:

Based just outside Boulder, Colorado, Fresca Foods has supported the growth of the thriving natural foods industry for the last twenty years. Fresca is a manufacturing, supply chain and innovation partner for some of the world’s largest food companies, as well as some of the world’s most vibrant entrepreneurs. We are on a mission to transform the food system by improving how food is sourced, made, and delivered to consumers.

Safety is our first priority, and our commitment to excellence, our passionate and talented team, and our creativity and flexibility have made Fresca a recognized leader and employer of choice. Fresca is recognized as a Top 50 Employer in Boulder County, 2018 Colorado Manufacturing of the Year, 2018 NEXTY Award Winner, and 2016 winner for Outstanding Innovation. Fresca is also a leader in community service. We consistently receive high marks in ethical audits and give our time and resources to community organizations such as Community Food Share, Food Bank of the Rockies, and EFAA. Fresca has the fast-paced, high-growth, and creative energy of a start-up along with the longevity, growth opportunities, and scale of a larger company. The energy of our team is infectious, the work is challenging, and the opportunities for growth are abundant. The next ten years will be even more exciting than the last ten, and we are excited to welcome new highly motivated and talented team members to our family.

At Fresca, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Fresca Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal consideration regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation.