Maintenance Technician, 1st Shift - Columbus, GA

About us

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.

Its sales of € 4.9 billion in the 2024 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America.

Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process.

Symrise – always inspiring more…

Your role

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Technician supports the maintenance operations within a beverage manufacturing environment by performing repairs, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on production equipment. This position works closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure equipment runs efficiently, minimizing downtime and ensuring product quality and safety. The Maintenance Technician also assists with general facility maintenance tasks and follows safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine and emergency repairs on production equipment, including can fillers, bottle fillers, bag-in-box fillers, tunnel pasteurizers, boilers, and air compressors.
• Preventive Maintenance: Follow a preventive maintenance schedule to inspect and maintain equipment, ensuring its longevity and minimizing unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues with production equipment, including boilers and air compressors, to ensure continuous operation.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, proper PPE usage, and compliance with OSHA and food safety standards.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including service logs, inspections, parts used, and repairs made.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to identify and implement improvements for equipment efficiency and production reliability.
• Housekeeping: Ensure the work area is clean and well-organized, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
• Support Production: Assist with production-related tasks during equipment changeovers and downtime, ensuring smooth transitions and minimizing production delays.
• Continuous Learning: Participate in training programs to enhance knowledge of equipment, maintenance procedures, and safety practices.
• Inventory Management: Assist with managing the inventory of spare parts and supplies, notifying the supervisor when stock needs replenishment.
• Other duties as assigned

About you

Knowledge and Experience Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certifications in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or mechanical systems is preferred.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the beverage or food industry.
• Certifications: Knowledge of and certification in equipment maintenance related to boilers, air compressors, or other relevant systems. Specific certifications in Georgia for boiler operation or air compressor maintenance are a plus.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with safety and regulatory requirements such as OSHA standards, GMP, and HACCP.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work in various environmental conditions, including exposure to heat or cold.

Skills & Abilities:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems used in beverage production, including boilers and air compressors.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly identify issues with equipment and take corrective action to minimize downtime.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure all maintenance tasks are completed accurately and in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Safety Awareness: Thorough understanding of workplace safety practices, including lockout/tagout and PPE usage, and the ability to enforce them.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to report issues and coordinate maintenance efforts.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize and complete tasks efficiently in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.

Our offer

Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.