Equipment Reliability and Controls Technician

Job Description

Fuel Your Career with Oberto Snacks!

Position: Equipment Reliability and Controls Technician

Type: Onsite

Location: Kent, WA

If you’re looking for a dynamic workplace with exciting opportunities, consider joining Oberto Snacks, Inc.

Here’s why you should apply:

Innovative Environment:

At Oberto, we thrive on innovation. Be part of a team that constantly pushes boundaries and creates unique snack experiences.

Quality-Driven Culture:

We’re passionate about delivering top-notch products. Join us if you’re committed to excellence and quality.

Team Collaboration:

Our collaborative work environment fosters creativity and teamwork. You’ll collaborate with talented individuals across various functions.

Career Growth:

Oberto offers growth opportunities. Whether you’re starting your career or seeking advancement, we’ve got you covered.

OBERTO HISTORY & MISSION:

Founded in Seattle by Constantino Oberto in 1918, Oberto Snacks Inc’s future is brighter than ever. With its growing portfolio of brands, each with its own mission, purpose and army of passionate fans, Oberto continues to be one of the nation’s leading and most innovative meat snacks companies. Employing more than 700 food professionals, Oberto’s mission is to empower people to make better choices for a healthier and happier life. As a part of that mission, we strive to provide innovative, delicious, healthy, and convenient protein-packed snacks.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Equipment Reliability and Controls Technician will work under the direction of the Maintenance Manager to provide assistance in actively installing, managing, and maintaining essential equipment used to monitor and control machinery and processes including information systems on the process control network, ensuring safe and efficient operations. They will collaborate with others to ensure compliance with the strategies and standards related to all aspects of the information and control system platform; these include, but are not limited to PLC, control logic programming, data acquisition, networking, and vision systems. They will work directly with the Maintenance Manager in the development of project plans including working collaboratively with design and operations engineers and other staff members. They will act as Project Manager to keep projects within design, cost, and time expectations as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or the corporate engineering team. Additionally, they will maintain and modify existing information and control systems.

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday

WAGE: Salary range for this position is $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 annually, subject to all required taxes and withholdings.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide advanced programming skills in modifying, upgrading, and troubleshooting Allen Bradley programmable logic controllers, human machine interface, variable frequency drives, servo systems, and communication networks from varied manufactures.

Provide leadership, direction, and support assistance in determining the skill balance within MTX Electrical/Controls scope of work during daily operations.

Provide technical support and leadership to identify and implement “In House” project initiatives that will enhance and improve safety, production and or reliability functions.

Provide technical support for corrective actions pertaining to maintenance, production, and operational requirements.

Leverage the MVP system for entering notifications, documenting, and confirming work orders.

Recognize priorities and direct appropriate resources accordingly.

Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.

Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.

Read and interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and adjust as needed.

Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.

Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Detect faulty operations, defective materials and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.

Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Maintenance preferred.

7 - 10 years of recent experience in electrical and maintenance operations

7 - 10 years of experience in programing and working with PLC’s

Experience with Information Systems associated with Process Control Systems

5 years of experience in food manufacturing

Experience in supporting an operations group on a daily basis

Knowledge of Allen Bradley software (RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, RSView, RSNetworks)

Mechanical skills include, but are not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.

Must have the ability to perform one of the following welding functions ARC, TIG and or MIG and be able to cut and fabricate with metal including stainless steel.

Ability to communicate with others in a respectful manner, providing strong customer service.

Must have a strong mechanical and electrical background.

Must be able to manage department projects associated with re-instrumentation and PLC installations.

Detail oriented, organized, reliable and resourceful.

Solid decision-making skills.

Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under constant pressure of production line environment.

Be Internet savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office, including email.

Must be able to multitask effectively.

Must have the ability to correctly complete all required maintenance documentation.

Have to be motivated and a self-starter.

Be willing to teach, coach and assist others.

Ability to take charge to resolve issues in the maintenance department.

Must maintain current CPR/First Aid card.

Demonstrates strong leadership skills and abilities.

Must be able to assign job tasks and follow them through to completion.

Able to successfully work with contractors on Capital Projects to ensure that the project finishes on time and on budget.

Able to work harmoniously with auditors during the audit process.

Able to update/manage basic spreadsheets for Capital/Parts management.

Must have a full understanding of the production process from start to finish.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment is that of an office environment. This employee regularly works with office equipment, materials, chemicals, and wet floors and with wet equipment when on the production floor. This employee work around high voltage, hot water, and steam

Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl

Physical work includes climbing stairs, etc.

Willing to work in a various-temperature environment

Ability to handle items under 25lbs or may need to move objects safely and with proper body mechanics.

Ability to frequently talk, hear, and smell

Ability to frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus

Duties and responsibilities described are not comprehensive and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessary. Roles and responsibilities typically evolve over time, reflecting the growth and maturity of the business.

ABOUT OBERTO: We offer a creative, diverse, and inclusive workplace environment. We are committed to rewarding our teammates for their hard work, enthusiasm, and professional excellence.

BENEFITS:

Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short term and long-term disability, life insurance and wellness program, and Flex spending account.

Flexible Personal Time Off Plan

401K Plan with a generous company match

Annual performance incentive.

10 Paid holidays, generous paid time off, and paid sick leave.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan Oberto with contribution match.

EXTRA BENEFIT:

Tuition Reimbursement, and career growth opportunities

Discount commuter benefits

Safety Shoe program, and Safety Glasses program

Paid Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Services and Pet Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Service Award Recognition program, and Employee Recognition program

Matching Charity Donations

Pet Insurance

Oberto Product Discounts

Basic membership reimbursement to Costco or Sam’s Club.

First-class onsite fitness center

Oberto Snacks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Oberto Snacks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veterans’ status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at or by applying directly on our website at

EEO/E-Verify Statements: Oberto Snacks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Oberto Snacks, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.

**Please note, we do not engage with outside recruiters. All recruitment processes are managed internally by our Talent Acquisition team. Thank you.

Full-time