Primary Purpose: General maintenance technician responsibilities: Operates, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies proven maintenance skills in assessing equipment malfunctions and restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of maintenance and assists engineering with small project work. Supports PM and P/PM programs, willing to take hands on lead in a PM area of focus.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
General Maintenance:
- Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, electrical systems. Share PM and work order load with other technicians.
- Fabricate objects using solid fabrication skills such as guards, small welding repairs, small projects, etc.
- Inspect, install, repair pipes, fittings, valves, pumps, exchangers, compressors, etc. for material conveying air, water, oil and drainage systems. Cut, bend and thread pipes, assemble and hang.
- Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic problems, including PLC I/O problems and instrumentation in the field
- Perform preventive maintenance and work closely with operators to keep lines running efficiently
- Follow safety procedures at all times, safe work habits, and use proper safety equipment when performing various jobs. Keep areas clean and free of safety hazards
- Log repairs on a daily basis, works as a team with on-shift supervisor and attends shift change meetings to effectively communicate status and concerns from shift to shift
- Assist with changeovers on the extrusion lines, when necessary
Electronics/PLC-related responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment used in the manufacturing process
- Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, including basic knowledge of relevant safety codes
- Assist Engineering with PLC, HMI, and VSD troubleshooting as requested
- Assist with machinery installations, upgrade projects, small panel building, building maintenance
- Ability to bend and install conduit, pull wiring including communications cabling
- Able to terminate Ethernet and other communications cabling
- Complete all other projects or tasks assigned by Manager
Attributes & Abilities:
- Positive attitude with a high level of accountability, personal drive, ambition, and integrity even in difficult situations
- Competent and professional in communicating directly and openly throughout the organization
- High level of problem solving, troubleshooting, and self management skills
- Passion for continuous improvement in all aspects of the company’s performance; Passion for driving for results and measuring progress
- Excellent interpersonal skills, in person, via phone, or in electronic format
- Not afraid to offer new ideas or out of the box suggestions
- Willing to work a 12 hour, 2/2/3 schedule, with some overtime based on business needs
Education and Experience:
- Associates Degree in an engineering or maintenance field with 2-3 years experience, or maintenance related certificate with 4-5 years experience, or equivalent job experience (6-7+ years in industrial maintenance); sound industrial electrical skills a requirement
- Working understanding of PLC systems as well as drives, motors, relative to equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair
- Troubleshooting level skills within RSLogix 5000 environment a big plus
- Ability to interpret hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and architectural prints
- Sound planning and organizational skills
- Ability to learn new processes quickly and troubleshoot difficulties while upholding integrity, quality, and work standards
- Basic welding and fabrication skills, ability to use hand and shop power tools safely
- Understanding of Lean Principles, 5S, Root Cause Analysis a plus
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Ability to be on factory floor for long periods of time, potentially full shift
- Ability to lift, pull, push, or carry 50 lbs.
- Ability to crouch, bend, stand and be alert.
- Ability to perform equipment maintenance tasks that may require standing, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, or twisting.
- Requires full range of motion of arms, hands and fingers to reach, grasp, hold, push or pull, twist, and work with tools.
- React quickly
- 40+ hours/week to support manufacturing performance
- Must be able to climb and work on ladders
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we invite you to submit your name for consideration.
Please send your resume to: kristy.corbin@simona-group.com or fill out an application. We look forward to hearing from you!
Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the job. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.