Maintenance Engineer - Des Moines, United States - DSJ Global

Description

Having been in the business for 70+ years, this company specializes in creating high-quality products for the foodservice industry. They are dedicated to producing the best possible products while staying true to their traditions, ensuring that customers enjoy authentic food at home.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance management decisions within the department
• Acquires knowledge of equipment and manufacturing processes
• Trains and manages skilled tradespeople such as mechanics, electricians, and plumbers Provides expert technical and engineering advice to enhance facility performance
• Utilizes a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Utilizes CAD software to gather information and design custom alterations to equipment
• Selects equipment vendors
• Troubleshoots mechanical processes Installs and starts up new equipment and processes
• Generates innovative ideas to reduce costs
• Supervises equipment design modifications
• Monitors and manages energy usage
• Conducts research and provides justification for alteration requests
• Negotiates and oversees contract work
• Authorizes, delegates, and follows up on maintenance work orders, schedules preventive maintenance for equipment
• Ensures the safety and security of physical plant and facilities
• Completes administrative tasks accurately
• Communicates department projects with plant management

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in Maintenance Engineering
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Good mechanical and technical knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
• Utilities experience (ammonia refrigeration, low pressure steam boilers, electrical systems, HVAC)
• Certifications - RETA CARO/CIRO, Boiler License, Electrical License, Universal Refrigerant License

Benefits

• Relocation Package
• Full Benefits package