Maintenance Specialist

3 weeks ago


Defiance, Ohio, United States balchem Full time
Job Title: Maintenance Technician

At Balchem, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team. As a key member of our maintenance team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our plant equipment and systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on plant equipment and systems, including mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Rebuild and repair plant vacuum pumps, gearboxes, valves, steam regulating valves, pneumatic cylinder controls, and other types of pumps.
  • Repair and maintain forklifts and other material handling equipment.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on plant CIP systems, AZO systems, mixing/dryer systems, chemical injection systems, air compressors, boiler systems, city water systems, ammonia systems, packaging, and handling equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair defects in plant boilers, city water systems, ammonia/pressure systems, air compressors, and other equipment.
  • Perform industrial electrical testing and troubleshooting, including 4-20 milliamps, 12/24/48/120/240/480-volt circuits, pressure/selector switches, float switches, relays, and changing of high voltage and control components of various plant motors.
  • Assist the Engineering/Maintenance personnel on internal plant projects and system installations.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned or directed by management/supervision.
Requirements:
  • Must have a GED or equivalent.
  • Maintenance Technician personnel will attain an acceptable level of proficiency in all described areas of responsibility.
  • Applicant must pass a written test with a score of 75% or higher in order to be eligible for the Maintenance Technician position.
  • Must satisfactorily pass the DOA for this position within 1 year of successfully passing the written Maintenance Technician test.
  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Must be able to effectively follow all written and oral instructions, write clearly and in an organized fashion, and possess advanced communication skills and be able to effectively interface with Plant Engineering, Operations Management/Supervisors, and outside equipment vendors, suppliers, and engineers.
  • Must be self-disciplined, a team player, and be able to handle emergency situations common to the position.
  • Must be able to maintain and display personal cleanliness and follow all GMPs as described in company guidelines.
  • Must be able to successfully perform all the duties assigned by the Maintenance Manager or Supervisor.
  • Must exhibit independent initiative to solve problems and correct them.
Working Conditions:
  • Continuous physical activity through the work day such as climbing, balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, hearing, talking, repetitive motion, and moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Operates various equipment such as computers, drafting equipment, and instruments involving scientific meters and measuring devices.
  • Must be able to distinguish colors.
  • Regularly performs tasks in a plant environment, periodically with temperatures and noise above ambient level, proximity to high-speed moving mechanical parts, and exposure to chemicals that are constantly monitored.
  • Will be required to wear appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, respirators, gloves, and other protective equipment as required.
  • May be required at times to work in confined spaces.
  • Exposure to wet, slippery floors from ingredients and water solutions and live steam and steam-heated water.

Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.



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