JRS USA is a leader in the manufacture and production of insoluble fibers used in the food, pet food, home and personal care, chemical, technical, industrial industries and many more. As a global manufacturer and essential business, we are always looking to add talented and dedicated professionals to our teams across the United States.
Maintenance Technician
Schoolcraft, MI
Job Responsibilities
- Complete Predictive & Preventative Maintenance programs
- Complete machine repair tasks as needed
- Complete installation of new equipment
- Work normal shift as well as On-Call rotation
Job Duties
- Work independently, or within a group, to complete Maintenance tasks.
- Complete work using fundamental mechanical & electrical principles.
- Work within CMMS software to document work orders & maintain spare parts inventory.
- Troubleshoot & resolve problems independently, both during normal shift & On-Call.
- Communicate to all departments within the organization.
- Work in a safe manner, following all relevant safety policies & procedures.
- Follow all established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
- Other Duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements, Skills, Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance / Electrical Repair Tech. or Millwright for JRS.
- Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic systems & electrical systems.
- Journeyman’s card or Associates degree in Maintenance Technology or similar field preferred.
- Strong self-motivation, trouble shooting skills & sense of urgency.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally & in writing.
- CMMS knowledge a plus.
- Basic PLC a plus (knowledge & understanding).
- Welding experience is a plus.
- Rigging knowledge & equipment installation is a plus.
Interactions and Tools/Equipment Utilized in the Job
- Work with Production, QA, Maintenance & other departments as needed.
- Work with outside contractors as necessary to complete projects/tasks.
- Operate company vehicles as needed (lift trucks, man-lifts, company cars, etc.)
- Accurately operate engineering test & measurement equipment.
- Utilize typical office equipment, i.e. computers, tablets, calculators, etc.
Physical Requirements
- Job requires frequent walking, climbing stairs & ladders, and standing for long periods of time, and also occasional work at heights, crawling kneeling & working in confined spaces.
- Job requires occasional work out of man lifts and on roof structures at elevations up to 150’.
- Job includes occasional exposure to weather in all seasons.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on occasion.
- Occasionally must be able to work at a computer or on a tablet for long periods.
Additional Information
- 8 hour shift Monday - Friday. Overtime as needed, On-Call Rotation
- All rules and regulations of the Employee Handbook apply at all times.
- Eligible for In-2-Win
Performance Bonus Program.
- Eligible for benefits
Interested?
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume, employment application and behavioral assessment questionnaire to hr@jrsusa.com.
J. Rettenmaier USA LP
16369 US 131 Highway
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
Phone: (269) 679-2340
Email: hr@jrsusa.com
Disclaimer
This Job Description is a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the Job Description. Other duties, as assigned, might be part of the job. Employee’s position, job function, standard work hours, location and reporting relationship may be changed at Employer’s discretion. This Job Description is not a guarantee of continued employment.