Machine Maintenance TechnicianWe require MACHINE MAINTENANCE experience.Who We Are:New Holland Brewing Company is Michigan's largest independently owned brewery.Established in 1997 by Brett VanderKamp and Jason Spaulding, NHBC has continued to grow, adding iconic brands like Dragon's Milk, Mad Hatter and Tangerine Space Machine.In 2002, we opened the Pub on 8th, a brewpub and still our most popular location.In 2005, we opened Michigan's first new Distillery in 100 years, producing award winning spirits including our Dragon's Milk Origin Bourbon, Walley Run Whiskey, Knickerbocker Gin, canned cocktails and Lake Life Vodka based seltzers.We now have brewpubs in Grand Rapids and Battle Creek and Tasting Rooms in Saugatuck, South Haven and Grand Haven.We are proud of our culture and of our Values and use our Values to guide all of our decisions - hiring, Performance Reviews, promotions, disciplinary action and separation.We are looking for a Team Member who will align with our Values and bring their strengths to balance our team.NOTE:This is a full-time position onsite in our Production facility on the North side of Holland.Benefits are effective on DAY ONE.What we offer you
- An innovative, growing company in our industry.
- A strong culture: one that is guided through our Mission, Vision & Values.
- A collaborative, caring, creative & engaging place to work.
- Great Perks.Great Team!
What you would do
- Lead & act in a manner that is consistent with our Mission, Vision & Values.
- Perform daily, weekly & monthly preventative maintenance.
- Troubleshoot mechanical & basic electrical concerns of the equipment, maintain & improve integrity & performance of all focus line(s) equipment, & complete scheduled work orders.
- Maintain a clean, neat, & orderly workstation & area. Help support a clean, neat, & orderly production floor.
- Perform setup, start-up, adjust & operation of equipment; proper shutdown & changeover as required by company standards.
- Communicate & coordinate with Maintenance & Production Leadership any maintenance activities required on assigned equipment to ensure optimum line efficiency & product quality.
- Abide by all food safety and GMP rules and regulations.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
What you offer us
- Effective interpersonal & communication skills.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Effective organizational skills.
- Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including food processing equipment, electrical, plumbing, & mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of common trouble shooting & preventative maintenance techniques.
- Experience in planning maintenance operations with team operation leaders.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Strong hands-on mechanical skills.
- Attention to detail, conscientious, aware of changes to schedule, lack of mistakes, miscommunications or oversights.
Physical requirements
- Able to lift at least 100 pounds from floor to overhead repeatedly.
- Able to work in environments of heat, cold, & humidity.
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
- Ability to go up & down stairs/ladders repeatedly throughout an entire shift.
- Be able to work in a standing position for up to 10 hours at a time.
- Able to bend, squat, &/or reach.
- Must be able to work nights & weekends when called upon.
Desired qualifications
- Knowledge of brewing & packaging machinery.
- Knowledge of safe work operations, chemical handling, safety policies & procedures.
- 3+ years of machine maintenance work including but not limited to electrical, welding, robotics, or machining.
- Some knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and other facility systems.
Our MissionAt New Holland Brewing Company, we are on a mission to enhance the quality of people's lives.Our VisionNew Holland Brewing Company's vision is to create savored moments for the world.Our ValuesWe Believe * We Engage *We Own * We Lead * We Act with Integrity * We CareHow your job supports the mission
- Promote & focus on Team Member safety.
- Drive toward world class facilities.
- Champion high quality standards.
Summary of a typical day
- Perform routine preventative maintenance.
- Record & communicate job progress & observations.
- Keep clean & organized tool and work area.
Reports to: Vice President of Development & FacilitiesNew Holland Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), New Holland Brewing Company will make reasonable accommodation of working conditions or methods in order to perform the duties of the position. New Holland Reserves the right as part of a development plan to fill a position without the role being posted.New Holland conducts job-related background checks prior to hire to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which current team members, guests, and company assets are protected, while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.Background checks are conducted on the finalist only following the issuance of a contingent offer of employment. At this point in the hiring process, you would be asked to authorize New Holland to conduct the background check. You would be provided with online authorization and disclosure forms that require identifying information, including other names used, Social Security Number and birthdate, current address, and contact information. Candidates with questions are encouraged to contact the People & Culture team at ...@newhollandbrew.com.