Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of production equipment, maintaining a preventive maintenance program, and keeping accurate maintenance records. Position also responsible for maintenance requirements of plant facilities as necessary.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance and repair of production machinery and equipment
• Exercise sound mechanical judgment
• Improve the reliability and repeatability of production systems
• Perform preventative maintenance as outlined on schedule
• Assist with the equipment installation, testing, and start-up
• Plan and implement corrective action in conjunction with management direction
• Maintain building, equipment, and grounds in a clean and orderly manner
• Purchase maintenance supplies and equipment parts as needed or directed
• Provide support to production associates regarding use and care of machinery
• Comply with all safety standards and regulations
• Responsible for 5S housekeeping system within maintenance work area and in the work areas where machinery and equipment repair is being performed

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Work involves lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work standing, walking, lifting, bending to access machinery repairs.
• Safety glasses required in Production Area and during repair processes. Other PPE available as determined by function requirements.
• Must be flexible for overtime requirements and assisting on other shifts, if necessary.
• Exposed to a number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.

Requirements

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and EDUCATION

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Two years of technical training strongly preferred
• 3-5 years of maintenance experience required
• Intermediate reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required
• Must have experience in manufacturing processes and machinery
• Must be able to diagnose and troubleshoot multiple system to include: electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, fluid power, mechanical, and plumbing
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and follow routers (work instructions)
• Must be safety-oriented with basic knowledge of regulations and standards required by OSHA and other applicable regulatory agencies
• Must be a self-starter, able to work with little or no supervision