Maintenance Technician

· Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical and other physical structures, including furnace vacuum systems, with or without schematic or manual. Offers solution(s) to appropriate personnel.

· Troubleshoot challenging manufacturing equipment or facility issues, recommending temporary and/or permanent solutions to appropriate personnel.

· Perform facility and environmental health and safety (EHS) related maintenance tasks such as building and replacing work-stations, shelving, lightbulbs, painting, simple plumbing, identification of and/or marking, taping of safety items/areas, etc.

· Follows and supports all safety protocols, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times for tasks and in areas where mandatory.

· Performs scheduled internal and external preventative maintenance tasks, such as mechanical maintenance items, changing fluids (e.g. surfactants, coolants, lubricants), filters, etc.

· Records production, repair, and maintenance tasks in appropriate computer system.

· Ensures tools and equipment are maintained and repaired.

· May train and mentor incoming department personnel and maintenance associates on processes and procedures.

· Recognizes and performs unassigned tasks (e.g. general cleanliness and other 5S tasks, procures supplies, disposes of empty containers, etc.).

· Performs other duties as assigned, including providing backup support for high-end production operations, such as operation of production furnaces, leak test support, cable assembly, etc.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

· Intermediate knowledge of vacuum systems, machine repair, electrical, pipefitting, plumbing, and general maintenance.

· Ability to receive and provide verbal and written instruction.

· Team skills, including ability to work independently, in teams, and collaborate with others.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Access or related software.

· Basic understanding of AutoCAD and SolidWorks or related software.

· Demonstrated math, computer, and time-management skills.

· Ability to self-direct work, completing projects within defined time frames.

· Ability to use hand tools and power tools.

· Ability to read blueprints, schematics, building plans, and repair manuals.

· Familiar with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.

· Ability to adapt to changing demands.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

· Associate's degree in industrial technologies or other technical degree required. Advanced degree, training, or certification(s) preferred.

· Minimum of two years of experience working in a manufacturing environment required.