Maintenance Technician

About the job

Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe repair and troubleshooting of maintenance equipment. This includes, but may not be limited to installation, preventative maintenance, routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and decommissioning of equipment and machinery.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides hands‐on involvement and completion of tasks and/or direction to contractor(s) service companies performing or assisting to get the projects complete
• Performs a variety of service work in the following: Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Pipe Fitting, Carpentry, Plumbing, Welding & Fabrication, Sheet Metal Working, Machining, Rigging, Erection, HVAC, Refrigeration, Etc.
• Takes a proactive approach to safety in all work activities
• Aids in the start‐up and shut‐down of facility, as needed
• Assists with administrative responsibilities including but not limited to: Parts, material and service ordering and scheduling, researching and purchasing, maintaining records, files, manuals and other shop maintenance related items
• Maintains organization of the Maintenance Crib & Office and its contents making sure all tools and related equipment used for maintenance purposes are in good operable condition. Also, ensure consumable parts and frequently used maintenance items are in inventory, organized and available for use
• Maintains all Shop – Process Control Instrument Calibration requirements
• Ensures compliance with regulations and enforce industry guidelines set by but not limited to OSHA, ANSI, EPA, NFPA, OCWD and TS16949: 2002 Standards
• Ensures 6S, housekeeping and health and safety standards are maintained
• Must operate in a manner that reinforces, supports, and is consistent with the Cooper Standard Leadership Model
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed and directed by manager

Education And Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two Year College Degree or applicable Technical Training and Certification is preferred
• Typically has two plus years of experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude is required, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical problems
• Experience with rubber and/or plastic extrusion/ molding and extrusion equipment preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Use of Solidworks and MasterCam software a plus
• Forklift/Lift Truck / Aerial Lift operator experience a plus
• Has no supervisory responsibilities; manages own workload
• Must be able to read metric and imperial prints, schematics and equipment manuals
• Must be able to lift a minimum of fifty pounds

Additional Information

Positive teamwork and attitude required to support the manufacturing environment
Experience with MIOSHA standards and Lockout/Tagout preferred
Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary