Reports To Maintenance ManagerFLSA Status Full-Time Non-ExemptPay Range Earn 28hr while in training towards the goal of certification in your role.SummaryResponsible for the repair and preventative maintenance of the plant equipment to ensure maximum production quantity and quality while supporting the policies goals and objectives of the company. This position is located at the Novita Aurora plant facility located 2 miles east of Brookings South Dakota. job application Responsibilities & Experience Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.General Maintenance SupportRepairs or replaces plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basisMaintains industrial machinery and equipment using hoists lift trucks hand and power toolsMoves assembles installs or dismantles machineryInterprets schematic diagrams blueprints and sketchesAnalyzes plans for new equipment and maps out space to unpack and assemblePerforms preventative maintenance activities as requiredInteracts directly with operations to ensure scheduled work can be completedDiagnose and trouble-shoot maintenance related issues repairing or replacing componentsMonitors reliability of equipmentKnows and understands city county state and federal regulations relating to maintenance and plant equipment and work in a safe manner to ensure that these regulations are met at all timesWorks a schedule that occasionally requires overtime or call-in as requiredParticipates in plant turn-aroundsParticipates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness. Capital ProjectsWorks with Plant Engineer and external contractors to plan assist and implement installation of new equipment or systems. Environmental Health & SafetyParticipates in all health safety and environmental programs maintain self-awareness on safety issues and requirements and report any safety concerns immediately to the EH&S departmentResponsible for notifying management team of environmental quality and production concerns problems and opportunitiesPerforms all tasks associated with Feed SafetyQuality assigned or as needed to meet internal and external requirements relating to the production of safe quality feed products. Education and PertinentProven ExperienceThe minimum requirements for education and experience are listed below. Consideration will be given to individuals with an equivalent combination of education and experience.Education High School diploma or GED required.Experience 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience with knowledge of maintenance procedures for pumps valves motors and conveyors preferred. Previous fabrication and welding experience required. Experience as Journeyman Millwright Pipe Fitter or machine repair may be potential fit for this position. Also a background in mobile equipment heavy equipment is desirable.Communications Strong written and verbal capabilities required.Organizational SkillsTo perform this job successfully an individual must have expertise and proficiency with spreadsheet software and basic knowledge of word processing software plus experience both researching issues and accessing information on the Internet. Previous experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System is a plus.Computer Skills To perform this job successfully an individual must be proficient with spreadsheet software and have a basic knowledge of word processing software and email.Certificates and Licenses None. Work Environment Physical RequirementsThis position operates in a process plant environment with strict safety regulatory and conduct standards. The individual may be exposed to noise heat and other elements in outdoor and indoor environments. While performing duties of this position the individual may be exposed to moving mechanical parts dusty conditions high noise levels and chemicals. Specific physical requirements include• Occasionally working in confined spaces• Wearing proper respiratory protection• Occasionally lifting weight up to 50• Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders• Bending twisting and turning while lifting weights up to 50• Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time• Working at heights and temperatures from -20 to 100 degrees• Standing for extended periods of time• Working on elevated platforms and surfaces.Qualified candidates please fill out the job application and return to us. Email or Phone 605 610-1026