Hard Cook Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:

The Hard Cook Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and supporting the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment at Hickmans Family Farms. Technicians are expected to follow all GMPs and SOPs while performing preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment, including but not limited to the Flex Loader, cookers, chill tanks, transport belts, peelers, Fillmatic, brine tanks, Cablevey, press, and Multivac. All maintenance activities must be documented in the PM log and verified by a maintenance supervisor. In addition to standard responsibilities, technicians may be assigned additional tasks by management as needed to support plant operations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Respond to maintenance requests from supervisors or plant management as needed.

- Perform special projects and additional maintenance checks as directed.

- Collaborate with team members to support continuous improvement in plant operations.

Equipment Maintenance and Preventive Care

- Inspect, clean, service, and lubricate plant equipment to ensure proper operation.

- Replace worn or damaged parts (chains, belts, gaskets, motors, gearboxes, bearings).

- Verify machine functions including loaders, cookers, chill tanks, brine tanks, peelers, rinse spray tips, conveyors, press, and Cablevey systems.

- Replace air filters on processing equipment and electrical cabinets.

- Grease and oil lubrication points according to maintenance schedules and service manuals.

- Adjust chain and belt tension per manufacturer guidelines.

Facility and Systems Support

- Inspect and maintain facility infrastructure including lights, doors, and walls.

- Address leaks, holes, or damage promptly to maintain safe working conditions.

- Service supporting systems such as the Video Jet printer and cooker paddle chain.

Safety, Compliance, and Documentation

- Ensure all maintenance activities are logged in the PM system and verified by supervisors.

- Follow all GMPs, SOPs, Lockout/Tagout, and other safety programs.

- Report safety or equipment issues that may impact productivity or employee well-being.

- Maintain required certifications (e.g., PIT Operator, Lockout/Tagout).

- Communicate effectively with supervisors and plant management regarding issues, work progress, and completed tasks.

Resumen del Puesto:

El Tcnico de Mantenimiento de Planta de Huevos Cocidos es responsable de mantener y apoyar la operacin segura y eficiente del equipo de planta en Hickmans Family Farms. Se espera que los tcnicos sigan todas las GMP y SOP mientras realizan mantenimiento preventivo y correctivo en los equipos, incluyendo, pero no limitado a, el Flex Loader, cocedores, tanques de enfriamiento, cintas transportadoras, peladoras, Fillmatic, tanques de salmuera, Cablevey, prensa y Multivac. Todas las actividades de mantenimiento deben documentarse en el registro de PM y ser verificadas por un supervisor de mantenimiento. Adems de las responsabilidades estndar, los tcnicos pueden recibir tareas adicionales asignadas por la gerencia segn sea necesario para apoyar las operaciones de la planta.

Funciones/Responsabilidades:

Responder a solicitudes de mantenimiento:

- Atender solicitudes de mantenimiento de supervisores o de la gerencia de planta segn sea necesario.

- Realizar proyectos especiales y chequeos de mantenimiento adicionales segn las indicaciones.

- Colaborar con miembros del equipo para apoyar la mejora continuacion de las operaciones de la planta.

Mantenimiento de Equipos y Cuidado Preventivo:

- Inspeccionar, limpiar, dar servicio y lubricar los equipos de la planta para asegurar su correcto funcionamiento.

- Reemplazar piezas desgastadas o daadas (cadenas, correas, juntas, motores, cajas de engranajes, rodamientos).

- Verificar el funcionamiento de las mquinas incluyendo cargadores, cocedores, tanques de enfriamiento, tanques de salmuera, peladoras, boquillas de enjuague, cintas transportadoras, prensa y sistemas Cablevey.

- Reemplazar filtros de aire en equipos de procesamiento y gabinetes elctricos.

- Lubricar puntos de engrase y aceite segn los cronogramas de mantenimiento y manuales de servicio.

- Ajustar la tensin de cadenas y correas segn las indicaciones del fabricante.

Soporte de Instalaciones y Sistemas:

- Inspeccionar y mantener la infraestructura de la planta, incluyendo luces, puertas y paredes.

- Atender fugas, agujeros o daos de manera oportuna para mantener condiciones de trabajo seguras.

- Dar mantenimiento a sistemas de soporte, como la impresora Video Jet y la cadena de paletas del cocedor.

Seguridad, Cumplimiento y Documentacin:

- Asegurar que todas las actividades de mantenimiento se registren en el sistema PM y sean verificadas por los supervisores.

- Seguir todas las GMP, SOP, Lockout/Tagout y otros programas de seguridad.

- Reportar problemas de seguridad o equipos que puedan afectar la productividad o el bienestar de los empleados.

- Mantener las certificaciones requeridas (por ejemplo, Operador de PIT, Lockout/Tagout).

- Comunicarse efectivamente con supervisores y gerencia de planta respecto a problemas, avances de trabajo y tareas completadas.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair complex machinery.

- Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and equipment service schedules.

- Ability to read and follow equipment manuals, technical diagrams, and SOPs.

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness, safety, and quality standards.

- Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

- Basic computer skills for PM logging and documentation.

Education/Experience:

- High school diploma or equivalent required.

- Technical training in maintenance, mechanics, or a related field preferred.

- Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food processing or manufacturing.

- Experience with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems preferred.

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.

- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

- Work in hot, cold, wet, and noisy environments as required by plant conditions.

- Ability to climb ladders and work in elevated areas.

- Wear required PPE at all times (hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, etc.).

Habilidades y Capacidades Requeridas:

- Fuerte aptitud mecnica y habilidad para diagnosticar y reparar maquinaria compleja.

- Conocimiento de prcticas de mantenimiento preventivo y cronogramas de servicio de equipos.

- Capacidad para leer y seguir manuales de equipo, diagramas tcnicos y SOP.

- Gran atencin al detalle y compromiso con la limpieza, seguridad y estndares de calidad.

- Habilidades de comunicacin efectivas y capacidad para trabajar de manera independiente o en equipo.

- Conocimientos bsicos de informtica para el registro y documentacin de PM.

Educacin y Experiencia:

- Diploma de escuela secundaria o equivalente requerido.

- Formacin tcnica en mantenimiento, mecnica o un campo relacionado preferida.

- Mnimo 2 aos de experiencia en mantenimiento industrial, preferentemente en procesamiento de alimentos o manufactura.

- Experiencia con sistemas mecnicos, elctricos y neumticos preferida.

Requisitos Fsicos:

- Capacidad para estar parado, caminar, agacharse y levantar durante perodos prolongados.

- Debe poder levantar hasta 50 libras regularmente.

- Trabajar en ambientes calientes, fros, hmedos y ruidosos segn las condiciones de la planta.

- Capacidad para subir escaleras y trabajar en reas elevadas.

- Usar PPE requerido en todo momento (proteccin auditiva, gafas de seguridad, guantes, etc.).

Benefits and Perks

- Matching 401k

- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

- Paid Time Off

- Paid Sick Leave

- Paid Birthday

- Paid Holidays

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Hickman's Family Farms and its brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hickman's Family Farms will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances. You are applying for a position with Hickmans Family Farms that is designated as a Safety Sensitive Position pursuant to A.R.S. 23-493 et seq. You are ineligible for placement in a Safety Sensitive Position if you are engaged in the current use of any drug, whether legal, prescribed by a physician or otherwise, if it could cause an impairment or otherwise decrease or lessen your job performance or ability to perform your job duties.

Hickmans classified this position as a safety-sensitive job because it reasonably believes that performing the tasks or duties described herein could affect the health or safety of employees. Thus, employee must further agree to comply with all workplace safety policies, especially Hickmans drug and alcohol testing policy. Employee must understand that a positive drug test for prohibited substances, whether legal or otherwise, or employee's refusal to submit to a drug test may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.