Technician, R&D - Pilot Plant Maintenance

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Maintenance Technician   is responsible for   performing assigned mechanical and/or electrical maintenance work on machinery and equipment to ensure effective performance and reliability in line with the maintenance schedule. This role includes preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities, using technical documentation, drawings, manuals, fault information, and knowledge of the equipment to assess and execute the   appropriate maintenance   approach. The Maintenance   Technician supports ongoing equipment reliability through inspection, repair, overhauls, upgrades, and installation work, while contributing to continuous improvement in maintenance practices and preventive maintenance programs.  

In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, team members are expected to understand how their individual activities contribute to food safety and to promptly report any situation that could affect the safety or integrity of our food products.  

Statement of the Job:  

Ability to carry out maintenance tasks in compliance with pilot plant and organization policies and standards. The position requires the following capability:  

• Execute   assigned mechanical and/or electrical maintenance work, including preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance, on machinery and equipment.  

• Perform   maintenance activities based on work orders, fault reports, production team requirements, technical documentation, drawings, manuals, and working knowledge of machines and equipment.  

• Conduct regular inspections of machinery, devices, and installations   in accordance with   the maintenance plan to assess technical   condition .  

• Diagnose equipment issues and determine appropriate maintenance actions within   assigned   scope.  

• Perform repairs, part replacements, and equipment adjustments to   maintain   or improve operational efficiency.  

• Support or perform work on overhauls, upgrades, and new   equipment   installations as assigned.  

• Assist   in the development of preventive maintenance programs, work practices, and maintenance routines.  

• Record intervention activities, complete required documentation and reporting, and share learnings to improve preventive maintenance programs and work practices.  

• Input and execute maintenance work orders.  

• Conduct daily rounds to   monitor   equipment and document readings   in pilot plant areas.  

• Partner with maintenance personnel, pilot plant technicians, and cross-functional teams on critical work needs.  

• Support or oversee contractor work in area s   of expertise.  

• Participate in R&D trial meetings or project planning meetings as needed.  

• Safely and effectively   operate   hand and power tools   required   for assigned maintenance tasks.  

• Support projects with internal team members and third-party contractors.  

• Build technical capability through hands-on experience, with specialist support available as needed.  

Responsibilities:  

The employee   is responsible for   the following duties:  

• Carry out general maintenance tasks in alignment with established policies and standards, ensuring compliance with product quality, GMPs, and safety requirements.  

• Execute preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities in designated areas.  

• Respond promptly to maintenance support requests and troubleshooting calls   in areas   designated   by the Maintenance Supervisor and Pilot Plant Manager.  

• Ensure   equipment reliability and uptime by inspecting, troubleshooting,   and   repairing   machinery and systems.  

• Perform assigned work related to equipment overhauls, upgrades, and new installations.  

• Support the improvement of preventive maintenance plans, maintenance routines, and work practices.  

• Maintain   accurate   work order, maintenance, and inspection documentation.  

• Communicate work order status, open issues, and repair progress to the supervisor, maintenance scheduler, and pilot plant management team.  

• Support contractor coordination and oversight for assigned work.  

• Effectively manage time, meet project deadlines, and adapt to shifting maintenance priorities  

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, which may include work in other departments, different areas of the pilot plant, or Morton Grove plant for indefinite periods of time.  

Safety Responsibility:   

Responsible for wearing proper PPE, compliance   of   safety training, policy & procedures, and reporting any unsafe safety conditions to management.   

Quality Responsibility:  

Participate in audit s   and   assist   in the development of   procedures and corrective actions.   

Equipment Operated:  

Fork trucks, welding equipment, power tools,   production   operating   equipment   acros s   pilot plants,   EAM computer system .   

Responsibility of Equipment Operated:  

Responsible for ensuring equipment is in a safe and operable condition and must   operate   equipment in a safe manner.   

Lifting Requirements  

Lifting 5-50 pounds may be required .    Employees should use assisted lifting techniques / devices or teamwork for equipment greater than 50 pounds.   

Training And Experience:  

The employee must have the following required qualifications:     

• High school diploma or GED   required ; associates degree, technical training, or trades certification preferred  

• Relevant maintenance experience   required   ( 3-7   years)  

• Experience performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance work on machinery and equipment preferred  

• Ability to read and apply technical documentation, drawings, and manuals  

• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance skills   required  

• Ability to support equipment overhauls, upgrades, and installations  

• Communication: Must have good verbal and written skills  

• Computer Skills  

• Demonstrative knowledge and experience using

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