Processing Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Processing Maintenance Technician

Hours: 6pm - 6am, 2/2/3 rotational schedule

Base wage - $33.75 per hour during evaluation period

After successful evaluation period, wage increases to $34.78 per hour with additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift

Location of the job: Jonesboro, AR

• Perfect Attendance Incentive - perfect attendance gives opportunity to earn additional time off or attendance point removal

• Volunteer Shift Incentive - voluntarily working extra shifts during business needs gives opportunity to earn additional time off or attendance point removal

• Monthly bonus payouts

Overall Benefits & Perks (non-union)

Medical, Dental, Vision effective immediately | 401K | Profit Sharing | Tuition/Fitness Reimbursement | Paid Leaves | Monthly Bonus Payouts | Uniforms and PPE provided| Career Advancement Opportunities*

Additional Perks for the “Jonesboro” location

• Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses subsidy

• Onsite Company store with opportunity for friends/family to shop

• Subsidy for Uniform shirts- Employee picks style (dri-fit material, long or short sleeves, polo shirts, etc.)

• Company dinners and fun engagement activities periodically

• Free fresh popcorn

• Free coffee

Background & Purpose of the Job: Unilever Jonesboro provides a holistic and hygienic choice of personal care brands that benefit the mind, body, and health of consumers while minimizing environmental footprints and promoting the individual growth of our people.  Our "mission of wellbeing" is quickly becoming the new status symbol for health and beauty. 

In this role, you will work alongside the Maintenance Supervisor and participate as a team member of the Maintenance Department. You will be an integral part of a dynamic team, collaborating closely with personnel from various departments such as engineering, production, safety, quality, and suppliers. Your ability to communicate clearly and involvement in equipment repair and preventative maintenance will help minimize equipment downtime and ensure efficient manufacturing operations. This will ensure consistency with business goals, unit Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to include safety, quality, efficiency, productivity and customer service.

What you’d be responsible for but not limited to: 

• Mechanical skill, knowledge and application of technical skills and expertise to ensure the provision of effective technical support within a team, focused on delivering performance targets.  Directly contributes to improved safety, quality, efficiency, sustainability and cost. 

• Ensure all equipment operates safely and complies with all Unilever and OSHA safety standards  

• Conducting routine safety checks and maintaining a clean work area 

• Completing preventative maintenance and scheduled activities for processing equipment parts replacement, lubrication, and inspection  

• Problem solving skills to diagnose and fix issues efficiently while utilizing UMS tools 

• Repairing faulty, damaged, or worn equipment to maintain basic conditions 

• Respond to and repair emergency repair requests to minimize downtime and ensure safety 

• Keep detailed records of work completed and parts consumption utilizing the CMMS software  

• Breakdown analysis of unplanned failures using the EWO process 

• Maintaining basic conditions of equipment and implementation of preventative measures to reduce risks of future failures  

• Communicating with Maintenance Planners to improve PM, TBM, and CBM process for production equipment  

• Requesting quotes for parts to maintain equipment and inventory 

• Reading and interpreting machine manuals and procedures to troubleshoot, repair, or identify issues 

• Working closely with the facilities team as a partnership 

• Working Environment  

Work is performed throughout the facility.  Potential hazards include proximity of moving machinery, chemical exposure, noise, or heavy lifting.  The position may require an individual to stand, stoop, move equipment; bend, reach, sit or lift for periods of time. PPE can include safety glasses, hearing protection and sanitary/anti-slip safety toe footwear.  

Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. 

• Proficient with hand tools and basic power tools 

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working as a production line mechanic, facilities mechanic or equivalent 

• Advanced mechanical knowledge of industrial machinery 

• Good troubleshooting skills 

• Good time management and communication skills 

• Ability to comprehend machine manuals and drawings with a clear interpretation of their meaning 

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of plant personnel. 

• Must be well organized utilizing sound 5S principles 

• Demonstrate effective organizational skills to handle multi-tasking. 

• Communicate clearly to production team, support staff, supervision, maintenance leadership and vendors, both verbally and written to maintain high service levels.  

Preferred Skills:

• Analytical skills  

• World Class Manufacturing experience from previous roles or employers   

• Basic fabrication skills/ machine shop skills 

• Industrial Maintenance Degree/ Certificate 
  
  What You’ll Love About this job:

• Working as a team member, coaching/training others, and supporting production  

• Great work life balance environment  

• Awesome benefits and onsite company store  

• Contribution on the team helps obtain a quarterly bonus  
  
  

• Physical Demand Requirement: Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, physical and background check.    

  Lifting and Carrying: This position involves the capability to lift objects between 51-100 LBS occasionally and transporting them over specific distances or for certain durations.   

  Reaching, Pushing, and Pulling: These actions might be needed to access items, move equipment, or handle objects in different environments.   

  Posture: Jobs may require extended periods of standing, sitting, or switching between these positions.   

  Fine Motor Skills: Some roles necessitate the use of fine motor skills for tasks such as typing, using small tools, or handling delicate objects.   

  Vision and Hearing: Certain jobs demand specific visual acuity, color vision, or hearing capabilities.   

  Environmental Factors: The job might involve working in noisy areas.   

  Stamina and Endurance: The ability to perform physical activities for long periods or to work continuously without rest may be essential.   

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  Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, physical and background check.

  *Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents  

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