Plant Support Technician

Summary/Objective

The Plant Support Specialist’s primary function is to provide equipment support and safety for all production equipment within the plant

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Report to work on time and in uniform.

• Operate a variety of production equipment during peak volume.

• Troubleshoot and fix mechanical and electrical equipment breakdowns.

• Install and maintain Cognex Machine Vision systems.

• Perform equipment validation to ensure accurate functioning.

• Equipment movement/relocation to maximize production space efficiency.

• Use AutoCAD to design and manufacture parts for the equipment.

• Environmental Health and Safety Management of Waste Streams.

• Complete annual asset management and Corporate EH&S quarterly Reports.

• Oversee safety and maintenance on all equipment.

• Training of other co-workers as needed for production demands.

• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by Lead/Supervisor/Manager.

Competencies

Verbal and written professional communication skill.

Attention to detail

Team Player/Shows initiative/Time Management

Ability to interact and negotiate with vendors.

Problem Solving/Analysis.

Supervisory Responsibility - None

Travel - None

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles and print chemicals involved in a printing environment. Employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level is moderately loud.

Physical Demands - The following physical qualifications must be met to perform the essential functions of this job:

 Ability to bend, reach, crawl, twist and lift at least 50 pounds unassisted is required.

 The ability to remain in a standing position for long periods of time is required.

 The ability to see, hear, count, measure, read and follow verbal directives in English is required. The ability to differentiate colors, horizontal and vertical positions is required.

 The ability to utilize fine motor skills while working on sensitive machinery is essential.

 The ability to perform repetitive upper body motions is required.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Must be flexible with hours and work overtime when needed.

Required Education/Experience

Extensive knowledge of printing production and general manufacturing is required.

Basic electronics understanding is required.

Experience with safety programs in a manufacturing environment is required.

Preferred Education and Experience

A four year degree in a computer science field is preferred.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibility and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• machine maintenance: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Charles, MO 63303 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30