Purpose:

The Maintenance Assistant provides coverage for the maintenance function by assisting with maintaining production machinery and production lines to maximize production uptime in a manner that complies with food safety standards and that upholds personal and employee health and safety practices.

Essential Duties & Responsibilites:

• Perform daily machine setups, tool changes, and ensure smooth production processes.
• Conduct repairs and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Lubricate and clean machinery as per maintenance team instructions.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Handle general building and shop maintenance, ensuring tools are organized.
• Support the maintenance team with disassembly and reassembly of production machinery.
• Maintain tapes on production machinery, set up and calibrate line coders for accurate labeling.
• Adjust and maintain shipper equipment, capping, and retorquing machines.
• Conduct line washouts to ensure cleanliness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Manage bulk material transfer from holding tanks to production lines.
• Ensure proper hose connections and adjust filler weights for consistent product quality.
• Assist with any additional maintenance or operational tasks as needed by the supervisor.

Competencies:

• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical tools and equipment.
• General understanding of personal care production machinery.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.

Qualifications