Maintenance Technician

Central Garden & Pet
United States, North Carolina, Sanford
Jan 05, 2025
Description Maintenance Technician Status: Hourly Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely completing maintenance assignments to build, repair and/or maintain all equipment in good operating condition as quickly and accurately as possible; while keeping associated costs to a minimum to help meet Plant goals. The Technician is expected to be multi-skilled and able to contribute to plant maintenance activities in a variety of craft disciplines. This position supports the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Follows applicable Safety, Health and Environmental rules and guidelines while performing job duties. Completes projects with minimal guidance showing a proactive attitude to minimizing equipment down time and lost production capability by improving reliability. Troubleshoots mechanical devices in operation. Dismantles and examines devices to gain access to and remove defective parts. Adjusts, repairs or replaces defective parts. Sets up and operates shop machinery such as lathe, drill press, grinders, cutting torch, welder, etc. Uses hand tools and pneumatic tools to modify or repair parts and equipment. Installs new or repairs/modifies hydraulic and pneumatic equipment as needed. Operates forklift and hydraulic working platform as needed. Research supplies, parts and tools needed to complete work orders. Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have basic skills on use of computers: MS Office, Windows. Requires the ability to operate a wide variety of tools such as hand tools, power tools, drill press, band saw, welder, cutting torch, lathe, etc. Must have knowledge of mechanical systems including motors, air compressors, pumps, AC, DC, drive troubleshooting, etc. Must be able to read, communicate and comprehend written and oral instructions, read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, equipment files, etc. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Strong organization skills and self-starter motivation. Prioritization skills in alignment with Plant priorities. Continuous Improvement mindset and results oriented. Must have math skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide and the ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Understands nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION Experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical, or a combination of education and experience. Specific Craft Certification/Licenses a plus Technical education a plus Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more. 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.