Boiler / Maintenance Technician $25+
Company: Balchem Corporation
Location: Sleepy Eye
Posted on: January 28, 2023
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Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician
LOCATION: Sleepy Eye
DEPARTMENT: Operations
FLSA STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt
STATUS: Full Time 2nd Shift
BUSINESS SEGMENT: Human Nutrition & Health
REPORTS TO: Maintenance Lead
DATE UPDATED: 06/30/2020
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures and markets specialty
ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of
life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the
finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our
corporate headquarters is located in New Hampton, New York, (Hudson
Valley area) and we have a broad network of sales offices,
manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the
US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded
company (NASDAQ - BCPC) with annual revenues over $640 million and
a market cap exceeding $3.0 billion. The company consists of three
business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition &
Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people
worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to
developing the company into global market leadership positions. To
learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit
www.balchem.com
POSITION SUMMARY :
Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, boilers, equipment,
physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems by performing
the following duties. Responsible for the operation of the boiler.
Required to work towards First Class boilers license. Embrace the
Balchem safety philosophy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assure that work assignments are carried out in accordance with all
safety programs procedures, standards and policies and are
completed safely, accurately and by the deadlines
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and problem-solve Programmable Logic
Control (PLC), Computers, Controls, Electrical/Electronics (3
phase, 220, 440), Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Plumbing, HVAC, and general
building maintenance to determine necessary repairs
Maintain and monitor the high-pressure boiler for safe and
efficient operation of manufacturing process
Chemically treat and check safety valves/controls on the
high-pressure boiler
Demonstrate comprehension of boiler operation via testing
Ensures that equipment repairs remain functional and are not a
contributor to continued downtime
Understand and comply with company policies and city, state, and
federal requirements to safely maintain facility grounds
Fabricate, hang and fit stainless steel pipes to 3 A standards,
mig, tig, and purge
Document activities in an organized and accurate manner for
effective communication with teammates and other employee owners.
(Including Work Orders, PM records, Order Requisitions, Inventory
Lists, Parts Requisitions, etc.)
Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect
malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with
supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or
repair machine
Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or
repaired parts in a timely and professional manner
Complete painting, grouting, grounds maintenance, water treatment,
carpentry, plumbing, pipe fitting/fabrication, and electrical work
by the deadlines indicated
Read schematics and diagrams to accurately troubleshoot electrical,
wiring, and building issues, using a diagram/schematic, perform the
steps in effective troubleshooting
Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment
Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of
machinery
Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment in the facility
by visually inspecting, testing machinery and equipment to ensure
proper function and promote efficiency to ensure breakdowns due to
maintenance issues are controlled
Rebuild and maintain a wide range of equipment, including, but not
limited to forklift, motors, pumps, piping, ammonia system &
process equipment, and small engines
Perform successful maintenance on various pieces of equipment
Evaluates needed repairs and compare costs with outsourcing needed
services to determine most cost-effective method
Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and
wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and
equipment
Ensure welds are safe, strong, accurate, and compliant with
sanitary and USDA codes
Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill,
and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and
fixtures, and tools
Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal
parts
Must be involved in the safety program in the plant
Other duties may be assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
High school education, in addition to strong math, verbal, and oral
communication skills, are required
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out
instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
Must be able to work independently to organize tasks and manage the
workload
Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in
standardized situations
Position requires sufficient time to accomplish the tasks leading
to long days, weekend, and holiday work schedules
When plant production is operational on weekends and holidays, the
maintenance technician is expected to work his/her appropriate
shift
Ability to manage change, interruptions, and the unpredictable
nature of this business is paramount to being successful in this
position
Second-Class Boiler License
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Job responsibilities require the candidate do an extensive amount
of walking while on the job
Continuous physical activity through the work day such as climbing,
balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling,
lifting, hearing, talking, repetitive motion and moving objects
weighing up to 62 lbs.; routine climbing of stairs
The plant will be staffed on off-shifts and weekend/holiday hours
may be required due to the variable nature of our business
Operates various equipment such as computers, drafting equipment
and instruments involving scientific meters and measuring
devices
Must be able to distinguish colors
Regularly performs tasks in a plant environment, periodically with
temperatures and noise above ambient level, proximity to high speed
moving mechanical parts, and exposure to chemicals that are
constantly monitored
Will be required to wear appropriate safety equipment such as
safety glasses, safety shoes, respirators, gloves and other
protective equipment as required
May be required at times to work in confined spaces
Exposure to wet, slippery floors from ingredients and water
solutions and live steam and steam heated water
PI202017040
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