Tech II, Maintenance

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining all equipment and facilities, preferably with experience working specifically in the plastic manufacturing industry. This position requires multiple skills such as machining skills, understanding of mold repair, water-tower and cooling systems, a working knowledge of material drying systems and conveyance, basic to mid-level hydraulic, electrical repair and welding, preventative maintenance systems, and a basic understanding of injection molding and rotational plastics processing. Basic computer skills will be required to pull reports for work orders and load and communicate with other employees on the same and other shifts. This position may be reassigned to any shift based on production and maintenance needs.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, analyzing, tuning and or improving performance of injection molding, auxiliary, and support equipment pertaining to the manufacturing operation. Root cause analysis, sustainment and performance of preventative maintenance schedules are essential. The Maintenance Mechanic I is responsible for reporting any safety issues immediately to the Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Mechanic I will work with the Maintenance Manager to foster continuous improvement across the organization.
• General plant maintenance, upkeep and repair are included.
• Responsible for working with, and assisting Technicians with production start-ups, communicating effectively with production supervisors on machine availability and status.
• Responsible for controlling own daily activities within assignments, their job description, and company policy, in such a way as to produce maximum results in available time.
• Responsible for working approved overtime, as determined by production needs and Maintenance Manager.
• Responsible for immediately correcting any unsafe conditions observed, that are within own capabilities to correct, and responsible for reporting any unsafe conditions outside of own capabilities to correct. Also responsible for good housekeeping and adhering to all safety training and practices in all areas.
• Responsible for aiding in own self development, by being available and receptive to all training made available by the company.
• Responsible for performing all other duties as assigned by Maintenance Manager and Lead Maintenance Technician. Works with and reports to production supervisor for direction in the absence of Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Lead Mechanic. The performance of the Maintenance Mechanic I can have a great effect on productivity through timely, efficient, and effective maintenance and repair of all equipment.

Position Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Knowledge & Experience: One year certificate from college or technical school; or one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Essential Functions | Accountabilities | Performance Measures

The type of experience required to effectively perform the essential functions and responsibilities of this position are:

• High School Diploma is required.
• Any technical training or certifications is a plus.
• Experience working in a plastic manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use machining equipment, tools, and measuring devices.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Exposure to welding or welding fabrication.
• hydraulic knowledge or experience.
• mechanical knowledge or experience.
• Ability to read and understand multimeter AC/DC/Ohm
• Basic HVAC knowledge or experience
• Intermediate Experience in Lathe, mill

Physical Demands:

• Wear safety attire and protective gear daily.
• Usually work indoors/Outdoors. This site may not be temperature controlled.
• Often exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
• Are exposed to hazardous equipment on a weekly basis.
• May be exposed to contaminant.
• May share workspace with others.

The physical and work environment demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.