1st Shift Weekend Maintenance Technician

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States.Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby's, Aunt Nellie's, READ, Seneca Farms, Green Valley, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable), CherryMan, Paradise, Pennant, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401K, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and more!Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!Come join the Seneca Foods team - Apply now! Position SummaryA Maintenance Technician must be able to perform a wide range of duties related to maintaining the facility including: an ability to read and understand blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and operating manuals; troubleshooting of electrical control circuits, mechanical and electrical systems; program PLC systems; knowledge of refrigeration systems; rebuilding and repairing pitters; welding and fabricating; ability to run the equipment and machines throughout the plant; and follow all safety procedures at all times. Essential FunctionsRead and understand blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and operating manualsTroubleshoot electrical control circuitsTroubleshoot mechanical and electrical systemsProgram PLC systemsHave a working knowledge of refrigeration systemsPerform or provide oversight to pitter rebuilds and repairsAbility to weld parts or structuresAbility to fabricate parts, guards, etc. as neededAbility to run line equipment unassistedAbility to repair and install plumbing systemsUnderstand electrical components such as timers, relay, transformers, etc.Ability to use these components in equipment redesign applicationsBe aware and follow all safety techniques (lockouts, bump caps, confined space, electrical safety, earplugs, forklift etc.) and consistently comply with all facility safety proceduresAbility to work with and on compressed air systems, solenoids, air cylinders, piping, etc.Identify needs and work with purchasing on obtaining replacement partsAbility to train maintenance and operating personnel in proper procedures of equipmentAbility to work flexible hours and maintain good attendance; work overtime as requiredDemonstrate consistent behavior indicating the capacity and willingness to function as an independent maintenance technician for the entire facility, needing only limited directionAccurate paperwork completion; maintain records/documentation as requiredOther tasks as assignedCompetencies and Certifications RequiredInternal GMP/HACCP/BRC TrainingExcellent communication skillsTrained and knowledgeable in the use ofPPE (personal protective equipment)Must pass respiratory fitness testOSHA Forklift LicensePhysical Demands of JobThe employee must be able to perform the physical demands listed below to perform this specific job functions:Frequent standing and walkingOccasional climbing, bending, stooping, and twistingFrequent lifting and/or pushing/pulling up to 50 poundsWork EnvironmentThe work environments listed here are representative of those that may be encountered by employee while performing the functions of this job:Wet or humid conditionsExtreme temperaturesExposure to brine (sulfur dioxide, pH of solution to 3.0)Exposure to bleach (chlorine dioxide, chlorine, pH of solution to 3.0)Exposure to maintenance and/or cleaning chemicalsThe company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at ADA senecafoods.com or call 585-495-4100.Nearest Major Market: Grand Rapids