Maintenance Technician

Main Responsibilities

• Equipment installation and preventative maintenance:
  • Set up proprietary ALPLA equipment
  • Conduct regular preventive maintenance tasks on machinery to ensure optimal functionality and prolong equipment lifespan
  • Perform adjustments to machinery as needed to enhance performance and accommodate specific production requirements
• Predictive maintenance:
  • Utilize predictive maintenance methodologies, such as condition monitoring and diagnostic tools, to identify potential issues before they lead to downtime or production disruptions
  • Employ specialized technical knowledge to perform predictive maintenance tasks, including assessing equipment health
• Troubleshooting and repairs:
  • Diagnose technical problems and malfunctions in molding machines using a systematic approach to identify root causes accurately
  • Collaborate with technical experts and utilize troubleshooting techniques to address routine issues effectively and efficiently
  • Execute repairs on molding machines, both independently and with technical guidance, restoring equipment functionality promptly to minimize production interruptions
• Facility Maintenance Support:
  • Contribute to general facility maintenance tasks beyond equipment-specific responsibilities
  • Aid in maintaining a safe and organized working environment by addressing facility-related issues and supporting maintenance efforts in shared spaces
  • Collaborate with the facilities team to ensure a well-maintained and conducive production environment for seamless operations

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience at ALPLA or similar industry preferred
• Knowledge of Industrial Maintenance Safety
• Basic mechanical understanding and repair capability
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Knowledge of occupational math skills for measurements and calculations
• Problem-solving and team collaboration capabilities

Physical Demands

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.