Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of production equipment and facilities. They troubleshoot and repair various machines and systems, collaborate with team members, and contribute to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Timely troubleshooting and repair of production equipment including injection molders, blow molders, fillers/cappers, labelers, case packers, conveyors, palletizers, and stretch wrappers.
• Repair and maintenance of facilities and auxiliary equipment such as chillers, air compressors, Reverse Osmosis, and other water filtration equipment.
• Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner.
• Create and report repairs throughout the shift.
• Complete required work order paperwork, document parts and material usage.
• Understand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation.
• May fill in for production operators as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a field or similar maintenance environment.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the position.
• Minimum 4 years of experience managing people/projects.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power tools.
• Proficient skills with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges.
• Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of plant or machine center.
• Own toolbox and basic tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a field or similar maintenance environment.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the position.
• Minimum 4 years of experience managing people/projects.
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industries.
• Experience with Krones, Sidel, or Husky equipment.
• Experience with Variable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motor.
• Experience with Rotary equipment such as rotary press or filler.
• Experience with Thermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processing.
• Experience with HVAC including chillers and/or air compressors.
• Experience working with electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting.
• Experience with fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (mig, tig or stick).
• Experience with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power.
• Experience reading and interpreting process and instrumentation diagrams.
• Experience with repairing variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi-bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules.

Skills

• Communication skills.
• Technical knowledge.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Attention to detail.
• Safe work practices.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and health savings account coverage, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additionally, we offer special discounts and programs for employees and their families, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft protection, and more.