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Aviagen

Maintenance Specialist

Aviagen, Loretto, Tennessee, United States, 38469

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Job Description Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance candidate who has good knowledge of related field and good communication skills. This role is responsible for day-to-day management of the maintenance workers in the areas of equipment and repair, facility and utility maintenance and repair. The Maintenance Specialist ensures compliance with all safety operating procedures along with all Federal, State, and local environmental rules and regulations.

Job Description

Supervise, develop, and motivate the maintenance workers in the areas of facility and utility equipment troubleshooting and general repairs, and readings

Aggressively manage all breakdown maintenance requirements to successful conclusions

Responsible for employee life cycle recruiting, onboarding, development, and training

Evaluate the effectiveness of equipment functionality and schedule necessary repairs or suggest changes in operating methods in order to improve operations

Develop, implement, and maintain the department’s preventative maintenance procedures

Oversee work in progress by outside contractors to determine adherence to plans and specifications, including fabricators, welders, pneumatic and hydraulic expertise

Track, measure, and document the performance of the maintenance technicians on an individual basis

Directly assist with repairs and troubleshooting as needed

Job Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent (required), with at least 5 years of maintenance experience or advanced education in electrical or mechanical

1 year of direct supervisory experience requiring knowledge of refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, as well as general facility repairs

Previous experience in at least two of the following areas: mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and instrumentation

Skilled in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision making to achieve organizational objectives

Ability to problem solve and facilitate solutions with limited direction

Strong planning, organization, customer service, and written/verbal communication skills

Ability to build strong, trusted working relationships with internal and external business customers and executive-level management

Basic computer literacy with the ability to do basic statistical analysis

Ability to communicate factual information and provide direction

Experience working in a 24/7 operation and could work holidays or weekends

Willingness to work extended hours when necessary

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Strong commitment to safety with the demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve safety and company goals

Seniority level Mid-Senior Level

Employment type Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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