Maintenance Technician

Summary:

The Maintenance Technician troubleshoots and repairs mechanical & electrical issues including PLC problems on manufacturing and facilities equipment; performs and develops preventative (PM) & Predictive (PdM) maintenance procedures; implements Continuous Improvement Actions throughout the facility; leads other Technicians and contractors in machine setup, troubleshooting and repairs; and trains operators on basic maintenance skills to develop a true Autonomous Maintenance system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand Priority for safety issues that arises in the facility
• Ability to read and act on instructions from MSDS/SDS; Confined Space, LO/TO, and Arc Flash Procedures
• Perform installation, corrective maintenance or preventive/predictive maintenance on production equipment such as melting furnace, oxidizers, mixers, continuous belt furnaces, blenders, packers, blowers, screeners, bucket elevators, electric motors, dust collectors, high velocity air and water equipment.
• The following technical skills are required for the position:
• Troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic & power transmissions systems
• Welding processes (MIG/TIG)
• Reading electrical schematics and hardwiring to prints,
• Troubleshooting electrical systems via electrical test equipment (multi-meters, amp probes, data recorders, etc.)
• Planning and installing a variety of electrical equipment such as control panels, junction boxes, switches, etc.
• Troubleshoot 120Vac single-phase to 480Vac three-phase electrical systems, along with DC motors and controls systems from 24Vdc to 120Vac
• Troubleshoot & repair Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Interface PCs to PLC controllers for troubleshooting equipment (Siemens and A/B PLCs)
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC License is preferred)
• Have familiarity with facility system such as Cooling Tower, HVAC Units, Air Compressors (up to 150hp), Power Distribution Systems (from secondary side of utility transformer to equipment), Motor control centers (MCC), Fire Suppression and Sprinkler Systems.
• Operating machine tools (mills, lathes, breaks)
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work order tracking and closure
• Provide feedback to the engineering functions concerning areas that need of improvement and ideas for implementation
• Apply practical problem-solving techniques to help correct complex issues
• Train operators to perform autonomous maintenance tasks
• Responsive and dedicated to meeting production needs and requirements
• Escalate complex situations to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager
• Continuously improve the level of housekeeping and implement 5S throughout the facility
• Monitor machine spares for equipment and flag up shortages, obsolescence, and inventory requirements
• Learn and Implement advanced PdM techniques (thermographic imaging, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, oil analysis)
• Must be willing to work altered shift schedules/overtime as needed to support the business
• Daily and weekend overtime may be required to complete duties of the position
• Perform any other duties as specified by Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May lead other Technicians and contractors in work in the plant
• If filling in for Team Lead, carry-out leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable law

Competency:

• Highly safety conscious
• Able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment
• Interface and communicate with different levels of management
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability (KSAs) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be self-motivated
• Have a solid work behavior, be reliable to show up for work as scheduled, and show initiative to complete tasks
• Complete interview, reference checks, and pre-employment medical examination with drug screen

Education and/or Experience:

• Associated degree in Industrial Systems, Mechatronics, or equivalent field with three years’ experience in manufacturing; or High School Diploma or GED with seven years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Personal Computer System Skills required (MS Office Suite preferred)