Maintenance Technician III

Haviland Enterprises, Inc., a 100% Employee Owned, industrial chemical, plastics and pool and spa chemical manufacturing and distribution company, specializing in creative chemistry seeks a Maintenance Technician III at our Haviland East Grand Rapids facility. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager. We are looking for an independent, reliable, self-motivated, self-starter, with a positive attitude, team approach, with an "Owner" and process improvement mentality. If that is you, apply today! We have too many perks to list them all!

Schedule: Monday-Friday 1st shift - 8:00am-4:30pm

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 8+ years Maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent. Mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance degree is a plus.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Comfortable performing tasks at varying heights.
• Proven industrial mechanical skills - Troubleshooting and maintaining industrial manufacturing facility equipment.
• Ability to interpret instructions, plan, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, install or overhaul parts, equipment and systems.
• Hi-lo, boom lift, scissor lift, and petti bone experience required.
• Maintenance experience in plumbing, electrical, and light MIG & Stick welding skills and fabrication skills required.
• Must have a good driving record.
• Comfortable working with various industrial and pool and spa chemicals, working in and around confined spaces, wearing respirators and personal protective equipment.
• Willing and able to work in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, customers, and management.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and ERP systems. Chempax experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with superior teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, time-management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Seeks to continuously improve maintenance practices.
• High commitment to safety, environment, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to exercise sound objective judgment in evaluating situations, problem solving analysis, and making decisions.
• Self-motivated with proven ability to work independently.
• Drug screen (not including THC) & background check required.
• Perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Contact HR for additional information.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain/repair mechanical and electrical equipment for the manufacturing and production of industrial and specialty chemicals and pool and spa chemicals.
• Routine performance of operational maintenance and preventative maintenance tasks regularly.
• Ensure the safe performance of all repairs, maintenance, and project activities.
• Work independently with minimal supervison and collaborate effectively with team members, management, engineering and operations.
• Sets up and operates all equipment needed to perform assigned tasks.
• Install and maintain motor control systems for fans, pumps, compressors, etc.
• Maintain appropriate logs and records of system operations.
• On-Call 24/7 for emergency maintenance needs.
• Work overtime as workload requires.
• Read and interpret where necessary blueprints, equipment manuals, layouts, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic.
• Escort and assist as necessary, outside contractors during quoting and execution of work.
• Assist with grounds keeping when required or needed.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as needed.
• Plan assigned work orders; identify and order parts/supplies as needed. Communicate time, support equipment, number of craftsmen, and operating conditions needed to complete.
• Analyze equipment and supplies to determine which supplies are needed for all work orders.
• Document findings once work orders are completed and ensure that they are completed in a timely manner.
• Serve the needs of internal customers by assisting & responding timely to high priority unplanned events.
• Work as an integral member of the Maintenance Team, providing machine support to current staff of machine operators and assist with various projects.
• Perform equipment start-ups, qualifications, disassembly or relocation of equipment.
• Assist in training others in the maintenance department and perform cross-training activities as assigned.
• Programming and set-up of equipment controls.
• Measuring parts and verifying dimensions with precise measuring tools in English and Metric
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be a safety hazard.

Required Competencies:

• Functional/Technical Skills
• Focus on Quality & Service
• Ambition
• Independence
• Decisiveness
• Judgement & Decision Making
• Problem Analysis & Solving
• Detail Orientation
• Time Management
• Teamwork

Benefits:

• Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt position.
• High base wage.
• 100% Company provided equity growth & ownership through Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Approx. 6%+ of earnings annually given to you for free in the form of company stock. You become an Employee Owner for free!
• Profit-Sharing Bonus Plan
• Company matching 401(k) plan: 50% up to 6% of salary
• Profit-Sharing Bonus Plan
• Immediate Vacation Paid Time Off
• 7 paid Holiday's & 3 paid Floating Holidays
• 8hrs Volunteer Time Off annually
• Reimburse COBRA pmts. Up to 1-2mths. for family until healthcare benefits are effective so there is no lapse in coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• Workplace Giving & Matching Program – Haviland will match 100% of employee charitable donations up to $250 per calendar year.
• Service awards given for every 5 years of service beginning at $100 with an increasing scale up to $1,000.

Medical & Prescription Healthcare plan:

• Priority Health HMO / PPO
• 1st of the month following first 30 days
• COBRA coverage paid to prevent any lapse in individual or family coverage
• One of the best plans in GR at one of the lowest employee costs!
• Traditional Medical Plan - Priority Health HMO - EPO
• Weekly Employee Medical Premium: EE Only = $35.00, EE+1 = $64.97, Family = $82.21
• Deductible: $500 Individual/$1,000 Family, Co-insurance: 20% up to maximum of $500 Individual/$1,000 Family.
• Prescription Copays: $30 Copay Generic/Tier 1, $80 Copay Brand/Tier 2, $110 Copay Non-Preferred/Tier 3, Preferred Specialty/Tier 4, and non-Preferred Specialty/Tier 5.
• High Deductible Health Plan - Priority Health HMO - EPO
• HSA - Health Savings Account with Haviland dollar for dollar match up to $700 Individual/$1,200 Family per year.
• Weekly Employee Medical Premium: EE Only = $17.50, EE+1 = $32.49, Family = $41.11
• Deductible: $1,650 Individual/$3,300 Family, Co-insurance: 20% after deductible is met up to a max out of pocket of $3,000/$6,000 (deductible applies to max out of pocket)
• Prescription Copays: $30 Copay Generic/Tier 1, $80 Copay Brand/Tier 2, $110 Copay Non-Preferred/Tier 3, Preferred Specialty/Tier 4, and non-Preferred Specialty/Tier 5.

Dental Plan:

• Delta Dental
• No Deductible, $2,000 Plan Year Max, $2,000 Ortho Svcs.
• Cleanings & X-Rays covered at 100%
• 80% Basic Services & 80% covered Major Services
• $8/mth EE Only cost and $20/mth EE+Family cost

Vision Plan:

• EyeMed
• $1.00/mth EE Only cost and $2.79/mth EE+Family cost

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare & Dependent Care
• 100% Company Paid Short-term & Long-term Disability insurance
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse & Children
• 100% paid Paternity & Maternity Leave
• Workplace Giving & Matching Program - Haviland will match 100% of employee charitable donations up to $250 per calendar year.
• Leave Share Program – Provides an opportunity for employee owners to share their accrued paid time off with other employee owners who have exhausted their own paid time off and would not otherwise receive pay as a result of a qualifying medical situation.

Wellness Benefits:

• Reimburse 25% of the cost of Employee & Family Fitness Center Costs
• Reimburse 25% of the cost of Employee Fitness Classes or Race fees
• Reimburse 25% up to $200 of the cost of Employee Fitness Trackers
• Free Flu Shots
• Amway Riverbank Run/Walk Employee & Family race reimbursement
• FREE Onsite & Virtual Healthcare through HealthBar’s Family Nurse Practitioner for Employees & their Families

Our Company:

• Haviland Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1934. Celebrating 92 years, Haviland is globally recognized as a conscientious, quality-driven Employee-Owned manufacturer and distributor. Haviland has maintained steady growth and has 270 employees with an average length of service of 10+ years.
• Haviland Products Company manufactures industrial and specialty chemicals & products and offers a variety of contract manufacturing and packaging services from multiple facilities in Grand Rapids, MI and Kalamazoo, MI.
• Haviland Consumer Products, Inc. manufactures pool and spa products and sells a variety of pool and commercial hoses. Haviland Consumer Products Inc. operates in Grand Rapids, MI; Walker, MI; Chandler, AZ; and Baleco International, Inc. in North Bend, OH which manufactures pool and spa chemicals.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

Haviland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person