Primary Function:

The general scope of this position is to support the maintenance team in the repair/maintenance of company equipment and increase production efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned.

• The ability to work safely using required PPE, as well as ensuring all production equipment is in a safe working manner. Must be able to work safely and follow all JSA instructions, safety rules, and policies.
• Multi-Craft technician with the objective of continuous improvement in areas including safety, quality, and production.
• Ability to work as an “on call” technician in a rotation.
• Ability to work overtime with little or no notice depending on machine unplanned events.
• Willing and able to assist in breakdowns and repairs including pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical applications as needed.
• Willing and capable of working on more advanced technical applications.
• Willing and capable of installing equipment and any utilities needed for equipment, including conduit bending and wire pulling.
• Willing to work on projects assigned by the Plant Maintenance Manager.
• Must be driven and show initiative to start tasks without being told.
• Follow all inventory control guidelines and inventory management procedures.
• Willing to train fellow team members in areas unfamiliar.
• Willing to assist with “8 Hour” PM’s and “7 Day Cleanups”

• Must possess a strong knowledge of electricity and electrical troubleshooting to include single and three phase applications.

• Must possess knowledge of OSHA standards and NEC guidelines in compliance with NFPA 70.

• Working knowledge of all plant production equipment.

• Must be able to read and troubleshoot using electrical and mechanical schematics.

• Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC programming protocols to include software for ControlLogix 5000, SLC 500, and PLC 5 programmable controllers.

• Working knowledge of drive systems and drive system software.

• Knowledge of AC and DC motor systems including VFD control and troubleshooting.

• Must possess an above average knowledge of mechanical systems including gearbox maintenance, vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and motor/gearbox/pulley alignment standards.

• Must possess practical and working knowledge of all utility systems including chilled water, compressed air, nitrogen generation, and electrical supply switchgears.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Industrial Maintenance Certificate or Technical School degree.
• Minimum 5 years proven job experience.
• Knowledge & Understanding of Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
• Proficient in computer knowledge such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.

PAY SCALE : $27.00 - $38.50 per hour