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Our Pet Segment is searching for a Maintenance Mechanic in our Fort Dodge, IA Plant. This position requires safe and efficient operation of all equipment in Plant Maintenance.
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA) is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden supplies markets. Please see our website at www.central.com for additional company information.
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MEASURES OF SUCCESS
Work safely at all times following all safety policies and procedures
Safely, accurately and efficiently operate a Forklift, Scissor Lift, Voltage Meters, Hand and Power Tools, and Conduit Benders.
Using required PPE and LOTO Procedures
As a food safety qualified individual to work in an animal food plant, you will be trained to comply with all FDA regulations for cGMP’s and job specific responsibilities to mitigate the risk of all known or reasonably foreseeable food safety hazards.
Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers, and all other electrical apparatus in buildings
Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment
Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables
Tests malfunctioning machinery and communicates malfunction with other Maintenance staff, Production Operator, and Industrial Engineers to diagnose malfunction
Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices
Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty PLC cards or VFD’s
Controls functions on Robot controller such as: teach pendant, and programmable controller to program automated machinery, to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs
Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES
Associate degree (A.A) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the field of Electrical Technologies
Electrical Maintenance background
Effective communication skills
Working required overtime if workload dictates
Must have the ability to record and document all work in CMMS software and Red Zone program
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
