Maintenance Technician at Bell International Laboratories in Eagan, MN

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance throughout the Bell facility, including work done in the maintenance shop, production areas, warehouse, utilities, offices and grounds. This role performs troubleshooting, repair, installation and continuous improvement activities involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, water, HVAC-support equipment, process equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, facility systems and utility equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing and basic control system issues.
• Maintain water systems, pumps, valves, piping, compressed air systems, boilers, conveyors, mixers, fillers, packaging equipment and related assets.
• Respond promptly to maintenance work orders and emergency breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Execute PMs and document completed work within maintenance records and CMMS systems (Limble)
• Install, modify and improve equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Support contractor activities and verify compliance with safety and GMP requirements.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and notify management of replenishment needs.
• Comply with OSHA, GMP, food/cosmetic manufacturing requirements, lockout/tagout and company safety policies.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain outside of premises and building.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of mechanical systems, motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings and power transmission equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, motors, sensors, VFDs and industrial controls.
• Knowledge of plumbing, water distribution and compressed air systems.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints and technical documents.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple assignments.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical degree, vocational training, apprenticeship, or equivalent maintenance experience preferred. Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Spanish fluency.

Physical Demands:

• Regular standing, walking, reaching, and handling of materials and equipment.
• Frequent lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier loads.
• Occasional bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and working in various environments.
• Repetitive and varied hand, finger, and arm motions.
• The ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety protocols.
• Visual acuity for tasks requiring attention to detail.
• Exposure to manufacturing conditions, including chemicals, noise, and temperature changes.