The Maintenance Technician carries out maintenance and repair work to electrical and/or mechanical installations or equipment (such as production machinery, rotating equipment, electrical installations, transport systems, buildings, facilities, and constructions), so that technical assignments are carried out on time, safely and according to specifications in order to support the optimal running of production. The Maintenance Technician operates within a production/technical department, focusing on the execution of preventive and corrective maintenance. The main purpose of the job is to prevent any malfunction of the equipment, apparatus, machinery, or systems that are used in the production process. The Maintenance Technician may also support facilities beyond production, such as R&D laboratories, office facilities, and technical buildings (utilities) and systems for logistics and storage. The job involves troubleshooting to keep the production process running and carrying out tasks to prevent future disturbances. The job may be limited to one technical discipline (such as construction, mechanical, rotating, electrical) or may require skills in related technical areas. Depending on the facility's size, the number of Maintenance Technicians may vary in technical disciplines and expertise levels. At the highest job level, the "all-round" Maintenance Technician is capable of troubleshooting and solving technical issues in an expert role. Job Description: Inspections and preventive/planned maintenance: Checks and assesses the condition of handling equipment, pneumatic and/or mechanical/electrical installations, and transport systems based on maintenance schedules/checklists. Restores imminent defects and performs corrective maintenance activities arising from inspections. Signals potential flaws with details of the nature and severity and proposes solutions to avoid future problems. Orders/polls spare parts and materials for maintenance. Works on planned maintenance activities of more extensive and/or complex nature and may supervise third-party technicians. Malfunctions and defects/repairs: Troubleshoots malfunctions and defects in equipment, machinery, measuring and control systems, and other parts of the installation. Assesses the nature and extent of the problem and determines necessary repairs. Performs emergency repairs, disassembles equipment/machinery, and makes necessary repairs/changes. Performs more extensive repairs at scheduled times based on planning and instructions. Works with colleagues on complex tasks and may supervise third-party technicians. Modifications and improvements: Carries out modifications and overhaul work based on work orders and/or instructions from the supervisor. Proposes improvements in equipment, machinery, and other areas based on maintenance expertise. Consults with management on quality and technical issues. Orders components to be made from drawings. May perform various techniques (welding, lathe and plate work, machining). Reporting: Logs all maintenance activities in the appropriate maintenance management systems for complete administration and insight into the state and history of all equipment. Compliance: Works in compliance with all relevant safety regulations and procedures. Signals potential hazardous and/or unsafe situations and takes appropriate action in case of imminent unsafe situations. Our organisation: Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes, and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. We provide species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products, and nutritional know-how. Our unique combination of products, models, and services boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future. Equal Opportunity Employer: Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status, or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr