Facilities Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Care and maintain all equipment and production assets in a safe, sanitary, and efficient condition.
• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems.
• Be readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required.
• Observes/inspects mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Safely dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts (LOTO).
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricates and cleans parts.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Starts setup and operates, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts with proper training and experience.
• Initiate/completes work orders through CMMS for parts and machines.
• Complies with all safety rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment Maintenance And Repair

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and diagnose issues with electromechanical equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure equipment operates efficiently.
• Repair or replace faulty components, such as motors, sensors, switches, and wiring.

Installation And Calibration

• Install new electromechanical equipment and systems.
• Calibrate equipment to meet specified performance criteria.
• Ensure proper alignment and integration of mechanical and electrical components.

Testing And Evaluation

• Conduct tests to evaluate the performance and functionality of equipment.
• Use various tools and instruments for measurement and analysis.
• Document test results and make necessary adjustments.

Documentation And Reporting

• Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Create reports on equipment status, maintenance history, and recommendations for improvements.
• Provide feedback to engineering teams for design enhancements.

Safety Compliance

• Ensure all equipment and systems meet safety standards and regulations.
• Follow safety protocols and promote a safe working environment.

Collaboration

• Work closely with engineers, other technicians, and production staff to resolve technical issues.
• Participate in project teams for equipment upgrades and modifications.

Troubleshooting

• Identify and troubleshoot complex technical problems in electromechanical systems.
• Implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.

Training And Support

• Train and mentor junior technicians or operators on equipment operation and basic maintenance tasks.
• Provide technical support to production personnel.