This position performs day-to-day maintenance and upkeep on all facilities, grounds and equipment. The primary role is to support the production areas and keep all equipment in safe and good working order. Duties/Responsibilities: • Performs day-to-day maintenance as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor. • Responds to equipment downtime issues in a timely manner and identifies problems. • Conducts proactive and preventative care maintenance by identifying issues before concerns or breakdowns occur. • Records and documents all related repairs and parts issues as needed. • Reviews current assets and determines reliability and or performance concerns for attention. • Must be able to perform duties in a work order-based system. • Maintains all regulatory compliance related to facilities, grounds and equipment. • Assists in facilities maintenance as needed. • Trains maintenance technicians • Recognizes and knows the function of most plant equipment • Operates all lifts and forklifts • Assists and help lead emergency repairs and breakdowns • Answers more advanced troubleshooting calls without assistance • Shows initiative in pointing out ideas for continuous improvement • Complies with all Safety rules and regulations, including: • Compliance with all written safety procedures, policies, and work practices. • Reports all incidents including injuries and illnesses, near misses, property damage, chemical spills and fires to your supervisor immediately. • Participates in safety meetings, training, and committees. • Reports all hazards, unsafe conditions or unsafe behaviors to your supervisor. • Intervenes with co-workers when unsafe behaviors are observed. • Intervene whenever unsafe conditions and unsafe acts are observed and reinforce safe behavior when observed. • Participates in weekly Safety Toolbox Talks • Conducts required inspections. Education & Experience: 2-3 years’ experience in a maintenance role or manufacturing environment is required. The successful candidate must demonstrate ability to deal with multiple priorities and deadlines, and the ability to work effectively in a changing work environment. High level of initiative, strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and a demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with mechanical and electrical information as required. High level of initiative, strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and a demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with mechanical and electrical information as required. Knowledge skills and abilities necessary for this overall success of this position: experience with 480 volt 3 phase motors and equipment as well as knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, be able to use a multi-meter to troubleshoot basic electrical problems and have a strong mechanical aptitude . Knowledge of operating a forklift and other material handling equipment is a plus. Basic welding and fabricating ability. This is a service-orientated position. The successful candidate must genuinely enjoy working with people, have a pleasant disposition, and be willing to advance the goals of the organization by demonstrating competence in relevant subject areas and a willingness to be helpful.