The Preventative Maintenance Technician position is a mid-level position that is responsible for acting in a safe manner, while leading electrical projects, assisting with project management and providing technical/electrical support and repairs to the various machinery found in the production areas and the equipment that is found within the building and systems.

BERRY GLOBAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all Berry safety and environmental policies and procedures
• Follow OSHA rules and regulations
• Monitor quality of product; inspects bottles for defects, inspects boxes for damage and properly follows customer pack patterns
• Communicates and cooperates with other employees in a positive and constructive manner to achieve the Goals of the Department and the Plant
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines; wear protective clothing, long-sleeved shirt, jeans or slacks, hair net, latex gloves and practices good hygiene
• Willing and able to work overtime when needed
• Identify and report violations and unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel
• Effectively respond in an Emergency Situation such as Fire, and Accident and direct the activities of others
• Follow all Department Procedures and Directives

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for trouble shooting all plant maintenance issues during shift, as request
• Provides timely repairs, upkeep and preventative maintenance
• Insures that adequate repair parts are stocked
• Uses MRO system for removing and returning parts from inventory
• Makes recommendations for equipment improvements
• Assists with set-ups, start-ups, and qualifications
• Strives for continuous improvement of equipment
• Serves as an example for housekeeping and safety standards;
• Insures that scheduled PMs are performed and recorded per the Service Work Order
• Responsible for entering all Work Order Requests into automated tracking system
• Responsible for accurate recordkeeping and reporting of Work Order Request information
• Responsible for trouble shooting molding process-making adjustments to the machine, auxiliary equipment, to produce quality parts
• Responsible for troubleshooting machines-making sure machines are functioning properly to produce quality parts
• Responsible for troubleshooting auxiliary equipment-making sure all equipment is functioning properly to produce quality parts.
• Answer alarms on machines
• Responsible for mold setup and removal
• Responsible for mold and machine maintenance
• Interacts with Production Management, Human Resources Quality Control, Warehouse, and Tool Room
• Experience in industrial maintenance with skills in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC
• Capable of fabrication and design
• Proficient in the use of computers, especially in a work order tracking system and an MRO system
• Able to use automated scanning equipment
• Can trouble shoot and correct complex mechanical machine issues problems
• Can verify air pressures by gage, water temp by gate, and water pressure by gage
• Can detect a water leak at the molds and nozzle and react correctly
• Can detect an oil leak within a processing machine (shut-off nozzles, hydraulic line, rotary seal) and prevent product contamination
• Can detect an air leak and identify general location (air line, blow mold obstruction, etc)
• Working knowledge of material load system and troubleshooting problems with the load system;
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to provide guidance and leadership to peers and to production personnel;
• 3-5 years experience in a high speed assembly production environment as a maintenance mechanic
• Mechanical aptitude-Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated knowledge of troubleshooting and experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and PLC’s.
• Forklift certification-The ability to operate a forklift in a safe manner consistent with OSHA standards
• Must know and follow all GMP procedures
• Must be able to work safely and follow Safety Rules and procedures.
• Must be able to effectively respond in an Emergency situation such as Fire, and Accident and direct the activities of others.
• All other duties as assigned Assist with building and programming on

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years of experience as an Electrical Technician
• 3+ years of experience around maintenance mechanical
• 1+ years of experience participating in Continuous Improvement projects
• Must have the ability to multi-task
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• Must be able to monitor quality of machine output
• Capable of lifting (up to 35 pounds)
• Able to work in a production environment, recognizing various sounds and alarms
• Must be able to follow all department procedures and directives
• Must be able to perform all duties in a safe and effective manner

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective presentation methods and skills
• Ability to think resourcefully and strategically