Manufacturing Maintenance Technician- Extrusion

We have an immediate opportunity for a Maintenance Technician. In this function you will perform work involving the skills to keep machines operating, upkeep of mechanical equipment, and repair to machinery for departments including Thermoforming and Extrusion.

Starting Pay: Exact pay is based on experience plus a $0.75 night shift premium (when applicable).

Shift Times: 7:00a.m. - 7:15 p.m. (day shift) or 7:00p.m. - 7:15 a.m. Rotating 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off!

Our Benefits and Incentives include,

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Payday is every Friday
• Wellness program
• 401K with company match
• Short & Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including counseling, legal advice, childcare referrals and financial planning support
• Safety shoe subsidy and prescription safety glasses discount
• Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
• And much more!

Our work culture is Customer Focused, Collaborative, and Cutting Edge

And the work environment is,

• Inclusive. We believe in making everyone from all walks of life feel welcome. Individualities are celebrated and everyone feels like they have a place at D&W Fine Pack!
• Full of fun. This is a fun culture where team members don’t take themselves too seriously. We are lively with regular social events, and employees interact with each other frequently!
• Welcoming. Employees are more than just coworkers. We treat each other with respect and kindness, and we encourage meaningful interactions between co-workers!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to read blue prints and schematics, PLC programming, robotics, VFDs, HMI’s, Electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic maintenance
• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs as necessary
• Order parts, supplies and equipment
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, machinery, and equipment
• Assists other workers with specific tasks as requested
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP’s
• Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience
• Works within defined processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments
• Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures
• Supports the Plant’s Food Safety initiatives by completing plant required Food Safety training and by implementing / complying with the required practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma with a minimum of 7 years maintenance experience including machine repair and electrical diagnostic of extrusion (plastic) and thermoforming equipment.
• Moves and lifts heavy objects and capable of repairing and operating production equipment.
• Willingness to work and follow verbal/written instructions. Sits or stands for a prolonged period. 
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Must be able to make good decisions and troubleshoot in a high-pressure environment.
• Moderate computer skills 
• Ability to work safely, willingness to train in cross-functional areas, and work overtime as needed.