Maintenance Specialist

Shift Maintenance Associates should have mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulics knowledge that allows a comprehensive and thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and controls. Some training in industrial electrical/electronic and/or experience in an industrial environment is required. Shift Maintenance troubleshoots and repairs production equipment when a breakdown occurs and installs replacement parts as needed from the on-site stock room. They must make the necessary repairs safely and as proficiently as possible to minimize machine downtime. They may replace pumps, motors, drive chains, shafts, bearings, sprockets, drive belts, sheaves, circuit breakers, fuses, switches, electrical and electronic components, or wires. They also periodically inspect all equipment to ensure they are operating properly and locate and correct problems before breakdowns occur.

Role Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate must possess and exhibit:

• Troubleshooting skills with High-Voltage systems up to 480 Volt 3-phase power.
• Troubleshooting skills with Low-Voltage control circuits, including computer-based controls.
• Test equipment operation, including Digital multi-meters and Amp meters.
• Ability to test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
• Ability to troubleshoot pneumatics and hydraulic systems.Ability to repair or replace industrial mechanical/electrical/electronic components and other related devices.
• Help with total preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records using Maintenance Connection (MC) or another computerized maintenance management information system (CMMIS).
• Performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance work on automation/production equipment.
• Performs maintenance, set-up, and PM on automation/production equipment
• Schematic reading and electrical symbol identification.
• Utilizes a computer-based inventory system for generating reports to locate spare parts.
• Perform Maintenance Connection day-by-day duties.
• Performs quality work within reasonable time standards set forth by management in verbal or written instructions.
• Utilizes mandatory safety equipment. Executes duties in a safe and efficient manner. Adheres to all Safety rules and regulations.
• Assists maintenance/production staff as needed.
• May assist in the training of other employees.
• Ability to work alone or as a member of a team.
• Be flexible with your schedule as needed.
• Be responsible for ensuring area(s) of responsibility are safe, clean, and tidy.
• Follows all Company-established rules and policies.

Qualifications:

• 3 years technician experienceinindustrial maintenance; preferredPlastics industry.

• Ideal candidate MUST have a strong mix of the following technical experience and skill:- - - - - - Mechanical and electrical maintenance - VFDs - Servo motors - PLCs

• Strong skills in customer service, interpersonal, oral communication, written communications, teamwork, judgment, motivation, planning, organizing, professionalism, quality, safety, adaptability, attendance, punctuality, dependability, andinitiative.

• HS Diploma or equivalent; preferred associate degree.

• Must have own tools and be able to use them safely and effectively.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Hydraulics Experience
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Programming Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Extrusion Machine
• Thermoforming Machine
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors