Job description:
Maintenance Technician
About Us:
Advanced Powder Dynamics is an innovative company utilizing cutting-edge particle engineering and spray drying technologies to produce superior powders. We provide turnkey solutions from concept to implementation. Our technology and experience set us apart from traditional spray drying companies. We process human and animal foods including high sugar products, flavor ants and additives, dietary supplements, proteins, minerals, polymers and chemicals. We consider ourselves an extension to our customers' research, development, and manufacturing teams.
We are a growing company, focused on innovative manufacturing of high-quality products in several sectors. We are therefore looking for a hardworking and organized Maintenance Technician.
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of equipment within a spray drying manufacturing facility. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and process systems associated with spray drying operations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of spray dryers, pumps, motors, conveyors, and related processing equipment
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime
- Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance according to scheduled plans
- Monitor and maintain critical systems such as heating units, fans, cyclones, baghouses, and control systems
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and implement corrective actions
- Ensure proper operation of PLCs and control systems (experience preferred)
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and documentation
- Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance and efficiency
- Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, etc.)
- Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred
- 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (spray drying or food/pharma processing preferred)
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, and industrial equipment
- Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting and industrial controls
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working in high-temperature environments and around industrial machinery
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods
Preferred Skills and Competencies:
- Experience with spray drying systems or similar thermal processing equipment
- Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP) if applicable.
- Welding and fabrication skills are a plus
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Computer Skills.
- Comfortable working in high-temperature environments and around industrial machinery
Working Conditions
- Industrial manufacturing setting with exposure to heat, noise, dust, and chemicals
- May require shift work, overtime, and on-call availability
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
