Maintenance Technician

About the role

Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on complex production equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical). Evaluate and recommend equipment improvements to improve efficiency, capability, and yield. Perform equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance). Troubleshoot and diagnose more complex equipment problems. Prepare technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures. Oversee and review the work of lower-level technicians. Typically reports to Supervisor or Manager. The primary function is the direct support of process equipment and assisting Production maintenance in performing complex troubleshooting and equipment improvements. Assist in evaluating existing processes and equipment, suggest and evaluate improvement alternatives, assist in validation activities if requested, and specify ongoing maintenance requirements. May assist in the direction of maintenance employees and/or coordinate activities of outside contractors. Act as a technical resource to the maintenance mechanics and escalate concerns to the supervisor when appropriate. Assume a technical leadership role in responsibility by providing guidance and mentoring for less experienced mechanics as well as area engineers. Participate in the design and development of new equipment in conjunction with Engineering. Travel as needed for equipment review.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful completion of assigned maintenance tasks or process improvements.
• Integrates state of the art technology with existing equipment to improve the process.
• Keeps Supervisor fully informed of project status and technical issues.
• Perform tasks and assignments for supervisor and complete in accordance with established schedules or timelines.
• Follow up on projects/assignments with minimum supervision.
• Participate in the maintenance huddles and maintenance improvement discussions as a key team member in respective area of support.
• Plan, coordinate, install, and perform operational checkouts for equipment and processes in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Perform maintenance, repair, complex troubleshooting, redesign