Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift at Proper Beverage Company – Hudsonville, Michigan

About Proper Beverage Company

At Proper Beverage Company, we believe in doing things the right way - with integrity, precision, and a focus on quality. As a rapidly growing, locally owned business, our mission is to craft beverages that our partners and their customers can trust and enjoy. Guided by our vision to be a leader in the beverage industry, we're driven by innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Led by a hands-on CEO and supported by a dedicated leadership team, Proper Beverage is a place where hard work is recognized, career growth is encouraged, and every employee has the opportunity to make a real impact. We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and a collaborative environment where people can thrive both personally and professionally.

Job Information

Job Summary

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining, repairing, and supporting production equipment. This highly production-focused position is responsible for ensuring equipment uptime, supporting operational efficiency, and executing machine changeovers to meet production schedules.

This is a full-time, 3rd shift position. The schedule is Sunday night through Thursday night from 11pm to 7:30am.

Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
• Conduct inspections to identify and address potential issues before they escalate.

Machine Changeovers & Production Support

• Perform and lead mechanical changeovers on production equipment.
• Ensure machines are properly adjusted, set up, and verified prior to production startup.
• Work closely with production teams to execute efficient changeovers while minimizing downtime.
• Maintain readiness of equipment to support production.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions promptly.

Repair and Replacement

• Repair or replace defective parts as needed.
• Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure the availability of necessary spare parts.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history.
• Utilize maintenance management documentation procedures for documentation.

Safety Compliance

• Ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to safety regulations and guidelines.
• Participate in safety training programs.

Collaboration

• Work closely with production and other departments to understand equipment needs and priorities.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production personnel.

All other duties as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

• 3+ years of Maintenance experience, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Attention to detail to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards are not overlooked.
• Physical stamina to handle full shift of being active.