Industrial Maintenance Technician

Company: Brown-Forman Distillery Louisville
Location: Louisville
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Brown-Forman is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support and work in the Brown-Forman Distillery and Louisville Bottling Operation. The duties of the Industrial Maintenance Technician include the following: Preparation, modification, maintenance of plant equipment, repair breakdowns, preventive maintenance on machines, modify equipment, assist in line operation, and order parts as directed for task inventory.Benefits eligible after 60 calendar days:-----Get paid weekly-----Salary range is between $29.95/hr-$33.28/hr-----Shift Differential: 40 cents for afternoon shift. 50 cents for the evening shift.-----401(k) Savings Program: We match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of compensation.-----Employee Assistance Program: Company-paid counseling, financial and legal support for all members of the household.-----Brown Forman Live Well: Employees can earn up to $600 ($150 each quarter) and eligible spouses/partners up to $200 ($50 each quarter) in PulseCash dollars that never expire!--- 12 paid holidays-----Employees with one year of service entitled to one week of vacation. Two to four years of service is entitled to two weeks of vacation. Five to eleven years of service is entitled to three weeks of vacation. Employees with twelve to nineteen years of service are entitled to four weeks of vacation.-------PPE Provided: Safety eyewear, safety shoes, cut resistant gloves, etc. We also provide the tools you need for the job.Requirements:--- 5 years experience as a mechanic/machinist working with process manufacturing equipment, strong education and work background in processing or manufacturing equipment troubleshooting, adjustment, repair and controls--- Must be available to work overtime as necessary; must be able to work all shifts--- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent--- Must pass drug & alcohol screening, Physical Abilities Test, and other testing as required; ability to lift and carry 80 pounds--- Must appreciate and support stringent safety requirements including the use of Personal Protective Equipment, LOTO, etc.-----Must be 21 years of age or older.-----Ability to lift/push/pull up to 80 lbs; ability to perform range of mobility such as stooping, twisting, climbing, and hand assembly of items.--- Exposure to heat, cold, moving mechanical hazards; heights.--- Required to wear steel toed safety shoes (no exceptions); safety glasses/goggles, hair net/hat and earplugs.QualificationsThe Qualified Technician will have demonstrated the necessary aptitude for the work by passing a non-verbal, non-written, task-oriented Selection-Evaluation Program to determine if he or she has the mechanical instinct to perform satisfactorily as an industrial or maintenance mechanic plus a minimum of 5 years experience.The qualified applicant will be able to complete for evaluation a skills demonstration exhibiting proficiency in the following areas:--- Welding: Shielded metal, Arc (both vertical and overhead) Oxyacetylene; Heliarc, & Mig.--- Machine Shop Equipment: Ability to operate a lathe, milling machine, and surface grinder to pre-described specifications as dictated by mechanical print.--- Pipe Work: Ability to solder copper piping; thread and install black, brass, and stainless steel piping in a proficient manner. Familiarity with working on steam and condensate systems and piping.--- Pumps: Experience and working knowledge of centrifugal, reciprocating and pneumatic pumps including replacement of bearings, diaphragms and mechanical seals, positive displacement, diaphragm.--- Hydraulics: Have experience in and a good working knowledge of pumps, motors, valves and cylinders. Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems.--- Employee Involvement and Quality Principles: Knowledge of and experience working in a team environment; knowledge of quality system principles.--- Packaging Line and Material Handling Equipment: Have experience in troubleshooting and repair of same under production conditions.--- Forklift Equipment: Have experience and ability to perform preventive maintenance, repairs and adjustments to lift truck equipment. Ability to operate a forklift, man lifts, and other equipment.--- Comfortable working in tight spaces and performing First Aid.Skills:--- Experience maintaining and troubleshooting pneumatic and hydraulic devices and systems (pumps, valves, piping, etc.)--- Experience with machine shop equipment to include Mills, Lathes, Presses, and Surface Grinders to a prescribed specification as dictated by mechanical print--- Experience with basic welding techniques and metal fabrication, including Mig, Tig, and Stick--- Ability to prepare, modify, maintain plant equipment. Repair breakdowns, preventative maintenance on machines, and modify equipment.--- Experience with threading and installing black and brass pipe in a proficient manner--- Proficiency in use of personal computer--- Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated--- Ability to perceive quality of work, read material and review documents; receive instructionsApply with us today for immediate consideration! You must apply to the Brown-Forman website to be considered for this position. Please complete the "Quick Apply" and follow link to Brown Forman Website to apply online. Please be prepared to submit a resume.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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