Maintenance Technician

The Mark Anthony Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified and successful private beverage companies focused on the alcohol beverage sector. Founded in 1972, the Company grew organically from a one-man wine importing business to a producer and distributor of fine wine, premium spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages, including White Claw Hard Seltzer.

Role Purpose:

As a Maintenance Technician, you will perform highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain highly automated and advanced production machinery and equipment according to predictive maintenance schedules. This will be to ensure the smooth operation of equipment, minimize downtime, and meet efficiency goals.

Accountabilities & Impact:

• Adhere to all Plant and Safety policies and procedures, including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as well as adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and LOTO (Lock out Tag Out programs.
• Ensure equipment meets safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems in a high speed packaging environment.
• Plan and execute predictive/preventative maintenance efforts to minimize equipment downtime.
• Demonstrate effective root-cause problem solving to identify and perform equipment repairs and improvements.
• Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, process and instrumentation schematics and diagrams.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems from 480VAC to 24VDC. Motors, variable speed drives, photo eyes, encoders, servo motors, safety modules as an example.
• PLC experience is preferred.
• Ability to use basic precision measuring equipment. Caliper, Micrometer, etc. is preferred.
• Utilize skills in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (MIG, TIG or Stick) as needed.
• Participate in special projects on equipment upgrades or installations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work performed, parts used, and any additional observations.
• Ensure PM’s/ work order paperwork is completed before departure from plant.
• Follow-up with any team members when passing along ongoing work to the next shift.
• Assist the lead with developing/updating SOP’s.
• Work closely with production and other departments to coordinate maintenance activities without disrupting the manufacturing process. Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Finding parts in the CMMS system.
• Ensure parts used from inventory are reported and documented in accordance with inventory control program guidelines.
• Optimize the use of resources, including tools and equipment.
• Ensure smooth shift changes by communicating important information to incoming shifts, including updates on work in progress, equipment conditions, and any outstanding issues or concerns.
• Escalate concerns to supervisor as it relates to safety, quality, performance goals, productivity, continuous improvement, and teamwork/harmony.
• Collaborate with your peers and team members to transfer specialist technical knowledge.
• Provide training to production staff on basic equipment operation and routine maintenance tasks.
• Work directly with leadership to develop and execute projects involving continuous improvement, equipment and/or facility upgrades, and the permanent corrective measures of reoccurring problems.
• Perform other various job duties as required.

Skills & Experiences Needed:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Associates degree, certification or higher within in a technical field preferred
• 1 – 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in high-speed manufacturing. Experience in one of the following fields: beverage or packaging (preferred).
• Safe use of various hand and power tools, welders, lifts, multi-meters, industrial shop equipment, rigging etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems from 480VAC to 24VDC. Motors, variable speed drives, photo eyes, encoders, servo motors, safety modules as an example.
• Proficient in computer and software skills such as MS office, excel, word, and email and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) system.
• PLC experience preferred.
• Ability to use basic precision measuring equipment. Caliper, Micrometer, etc.
• Forklift experience is preferred (certification not required).

The Maintenance Technician position is well-suited for you if you have/are:

• Ability to manage well under pressure while staying true to the company values.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on any task.
• Reliable and punctual - must adhere to attendance and absenteeism policy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a “can-do” and positive attitude.
• Ability to provide and receive open and regular feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Works collaboratively within various teams. Ability to adjust communication/leadership style as needed and when appropriate.
• Fully accountable owner of self and team behaviors and results.

Working Conditions

• This position is exposed to occupational hazards, including but not limited to, high noise levels, physical obstacles, exposure to chemicals, etc.

• Subject to extreme heat/cold temperatures

• Must have sufficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time.

• Fast-paced and constantly changing work environment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to stand/move 8-12 hours per day.

• Ability to ascend/descend stairs/ladders throughout shift.

• Fine motor skills and dexterity for manipulation

• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including (but not limited to) bump cap, safety steel toe shoes, safety glasses, dust masks or PAPRs.

• Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Shift operations can include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work overtime as directed by management.

What we value at Mark Anthony:

Sense of Urgency

• We value sense of urgency because we are a fast-paced company in a fast-paced industry
• You act as if there is no tomorrow and get it done today

Authenticity

• We value authenticity because we need to stay real
• You are authentic, diplomatic, respectful, thoughtful and you always have the best intentions

Simplicity

• We value simplicity; why use 50 words when you can use 5?
• You thrive in ambiguity, are comfortable with change and bring simplicity to complex situations or grey area

Humility

• We value humility; there is no room for egos here
• You’re not stubborn, you listen, take feedback/direction and respond quickly to changing direction. We are a team that supports each other

Trust

• We value trust because unless we are both trusted and trusting, we will not succeed as a team
• You put trust in others and do your best to never let anyone down

At Mark Anthony, we believe every team member shares the responsibility of understanding how each of our roles and actions impact Quality, Food Safety, Safety and Continuous Improvement. This collective mindset is the cornerstone of our success as a leader in the consumer beverage space and requires us to mutually build and improve robust processes that guarantee unmatched customer satisfaction and safety.

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