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2nd shift Maintenance Technician

Leclerc Biscuits Leclerc Ltée logo 2024-5-2
  • job type icon Full-Time
  • profile Maintenance and Engineering
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Leclerc is a family business with 117 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,400 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

 

Working at Leclerc means...

  • Working in a family business
  • Evolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technology
  • Starting a new job with paid and adapted training
  • Benefit from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, 1 week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation and more)
  • Enjoy quality meals at low prices in the cafeteria (unlimited coffee, tea, cookies and bars)
  • Enjoy free use of the sports facilities (basketball court, training room and cardio room)
  • Save on our delicious products and discover exclusive novelties
  • Take advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the company
  • Integrate a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform and more)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager/supervisor, the Maintenance Technician conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing

 

Responsibilities

  • Follow all required work safe practices. This would include but is not limited to: lock-out tag-out, PPE, confine space safety awareness, chemical safety, fall protection, etc.;
  • Perform all tasks in accordance with company safety and GMP policies/guidelines;
  • Troubleshoot, maintain and repair high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment;
  • Troubleshoot, maintain and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment;
  • Make adjustment to equipment ensuring the proper performance and safe operating conditions;
  • Assist maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting;
  • Advise operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components;
  • Document and track all corrective and preventive maintenance performed, aiming to achieve maximum plant availability, with a target of zero unplanned downtime;
  • Perform preventive maintenance functions as directed;
  • Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications;
  • Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions;
  • Install, start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements;
  • Maintain cleanliness of work area;
  • Support and help implement continuous process improvements;
  • Create and maintain POKA guides relative to operations;
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Technical Associate Degree or accredited apprenticeship program of the equivalent in a technical field;

Three (3) year applicable experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

Equipment knowledge, Computer experience/operation and PLC troubleshooting are necessary (Allen-Bradley preferably);

Knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, supervisors;

Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime and weekends when needed;

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within Leclerc Foods USA, Inc.

Essential Functions:

  • Must be able to lift from floor to waist 52 lbs. 33% of the time.
  • Must be able to lift from waist to shoulder 52 lbs 33% of the time.
  • Must be able to push/pull a maximum force of 55 lbs.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.

Position Summary


Reporting to the Maintenance Manager/supervisor, the Maintenance Technician conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing

 

Responsibilities

 - Follow all required work safe practices. This would include but is not limited to: lock-out tag-out, PPE, confine space safety awareness, chemical safety, fall protection, etc.;
 - Perform all tasks in accordance with company safety and GMP policies/guidelines;
 - Troubleshoot, maintain and repair high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment;
 - Troubleshoot, maintain and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment;
 - Make adjustment to equipment ensuring the proper performance and safe operating conditions;
 - Assist maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting;
 - Advise operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components;
 - Document and track all corrective and preventive maintenance performed, aiming to achieve maximum plant availability, with a target of zero unplanned downtime;
 - Perform preventive maintenance functions as directed;
 - Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications;
 - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions;
 - Install, start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements;
 - Maintain cleanliness of work area;
 - Support and help implement continuous process improvements;
 - Create and maintain POKA guides relative to operations;
 - Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements


Technical Associate Degree or accredited apprenticeship program of the equivalent in a technical field;

Three (3) year applicable experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

Equipment knowledge, Computer experience/operation and PLC troubleshooting are necessary (Allen-Bradley preferably);

Knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, supervisors;

Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime and weekends when needed;

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within Leclerc Foods USA, Inc.

Essential Functions:
 - Must be able to lift from floor to waist 52 lbs. 33% of the time.
 - Must be able to lift from waist to shoulder 52 lbs 33% of the time.
 - Must be able to push/pull a maximum force of 55 lbs.
 - Regular and reliable attendance.

Kingsport, Tennessee

KINGSPORT

Workplace

Our Kingsport site has two ultra‑modern plants that primarily produce crackers and granola bars. Just like the city itself, our Kingsport plant is full of friendly, welcoming people who make you feel right at home. On a personal and professional level, everyone agrees that it’s a good place to work.

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