Build Your Career with Hubbard!
Hubbard is where expertise meets opportunity. We’re part of Akralos, a North American animal nutrition company built on the combined strengths of Alltech and ADM, two global leaders who’ve brought together their best people, proven products and shared commitment to excellence. At Hubbard, our team is at the heart of everything we do. From nutritionists and mill operators to sales professionals and support staff, every role contributes to our mission: partnering with customers to deliver results that matter. We serve livestock producers, equine owners and animal lovers across North America, providing the guidance, products and service they need to succeed — whether in the market or the show ring.
Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician is an hourly position and is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing machines/equipment at the Columbus EAST 508 Hubbard Feed facility. The schedule for this role is Monday – Friday, 2nd shift 2:00p to 10:30a. Once trained, the Maintenance Technician will also be placed on an On-Call Schedule. Work hours are subject to change to meet business needs.
Facility Expectation
- Follow the expectations of all Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality standards.
- Ensure product quality expectations are met.
- Follow all facility Good Manufacturing Practices as required.
- Responsible for ensuring area is kept clean and completion of all listed housekeeping duties per the master sanitation schedule.
- Work with other Operations colleagues to effectively communicate production issues.
- Participate in morning toolbox, shift exchange/review and response meetings to communicate your key process indicator performance.
- Once qualified, provide mentoring and training to new colleagues.
- Required to work overtime as specified by management.
- Attend training classes in-plant or at other locations as assigned.
Work Duties
- Meet or exceed KPI goals as set forth by management.
- Participate in Safety Engagement activities
- Maintain general preventative maintenance schedules for the production and warehouse areas.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, gas, steam, water and air problems.
- Lead the installation of new plant equipment.
- Install and/or modify electric, air, water, steam, and gas supply lines.
- Modify the process flow to improve safety, quality and efficiency issues.
- Maintain the building and surrounding facilities.
- Notify management immediately in the event issues arise that may cause production delays.
- Communicate with other maintenance staff of ongoing projects or problems.
- Responsibility to identify and communicate food safety and/or product integrity issues to appropriate personnel.
- Work in the most effective, efficient and safe manner at all times.
- Follow on-call schedule set by management.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Leadership.
Minimum Requirements
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in maintenance or related field preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience in a grain processing plant or related field preferred.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical blueprints.
- Capability of operating various mechanical equipment.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
- Ability to act in a professional manner and adhere by our Code of Conduct
- Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs
- Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces
- Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, and gloves when required
- Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet working conditions
- Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a manufacturing environment
- Self-motivated with a solid work ethic
- Good attitude and works well in team atmosphere.
- Handles other duties as required.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced team that values your expertise and invests in your growth. Hubbard provides a competitive and comprehensive benefit package, effective on the first day of employment, which includes:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401k with generous company match
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Paid disability and life insurance plans
- Paid holidays, vacations and sick time
- Annual incentive opportunities for every position
Hubbard is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
