Maintenance Specialist

Maintenance Specialist Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, extrusion lines, facility systems, and electrical distribution equipment to maximize uptime and productivity
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyor, PLC, HMI, PC-based control systems, AC/DC drives, and machine controls
• Program, modify, install, and support PLC hardware, software, and automated control systems, coordinating with outside vendors when necessary
• Design, troubleshoot, and modify electrical control circuits, including standard and safety circuits
• Inspect, test, and verify equipment performance after repairs to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Perform basic fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly to repair or manufacture replacement components as needed
• Utilize the CMMS system to manage work orders, document maintenance activities, track labor, and record parts usage
• Conduct root cause failure analysis, update equipment documentation, and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S activities, shift handoffs, and collaboration with production and maintenance teams

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience with industrial maintenance or an Associate's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Industrial Maintenance or a state-approved apprenticeship program
• Certified in Allen-Bradley PLC, HMI, and AC/DC drive training courses
• Experience with NEC, OSHA, and EPA standards
• Experience with NFPA 70B & 70E
• MIG, TIG, and stick welding experience
• Knowledge of plastic compounding technology
• Ability to lift 55 lbs