Equipment Maintenance II at United Natural Foods West, Inc. in aurora, Colorado

Job Description:

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Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

PURPOSE:
Responsible for the prompt repair and ongoing maintenance of more complex material handling equipment issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Job Responsibilities Percentage

• Provide recommendation to repair or replace poorly functioning equipment. 10%
• Efficiently prioritizes repair schedule to ensure an uninterrupted production schedule 10%
• Ensure an adequate inventory of necessary spare parts and materials is maintained. 10%
• Keep management informed of areas activities and of significant concerns. Report major concerns or significant problems. 10%
• Provides quality oversight to lesser experienced Technicians 10%
• Manages installation of RF unit and scan guns 10%
• Battery Changer Repair 5%
• Assist in developing a preventive maintenance schedule 10%
• Handles more complex diagnostics and repairs including but not limited to the following: electrical systems, hydraulic and brake systems. 15%
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location 10%
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/ Certifications/or Equivalent combination of education training and experience:

• High School Diploma/GED and/or equivalent related experience
• 2-3 years of technical maintenance or related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training
• Certified Material Handling Engineer Mechanic helpful

Experience:

• 2-4 years of on-the-job experience with electronics and mechanical equipment
• Machining and fabrication experience
• Experience troubleshooting complex equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/ Certifications/or Equivalent combination of education training and experience:

• 2-3 years of technical maintenance or related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training
• Certified Material Handling Engineer Mechanic helpful

Experience:

• 2-4 years of on-the-job experience with electronics and mechanical equipment
• Machining and fabrication experience
• Experience troubleshooting complex equipment.
• Solid understanding of material handling equipment.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Oral and written communication skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. It is also required for writing routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to solve practical problems and handle a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Clearly communicate with other employees and build relationships with employees, supervisors/managers, customers, as well as outside contractors
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work well independently
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.
• Ability to operate work related equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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