Production Machine Technician Journeyman III

Key Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance to help ensure machines run at 85% efficiency or better
• Problem solve machine malfunctions and breakdowns with minimal support
• Read equipment manuals and interpret them to understand operation and maintenance of machines
• Assists machine operators by answering questions, mentoring, and minimizing machine downtime
• Use and understand the components of a CMMS system to help track part life and to complete workorders
• Enroll for continuous training and education on technical maintenance practices to be updated with the latest maintenance techniques and be able to keep equipment in the best possible conditions
• Equipment repair and troubleshooting, working to understand root cause analysis for breakdowns
• Train apprentice technicians (levels 1 and 2) using the training matrix
• Understand how a stitch is formed in the machine and the anatomy of a sock
• Keep production machines clean and well maintained
• Follow all safety procedures, wear protective equipment, when required, and keep the work area clean and organized
• Complete all monthly safety training requirements.
• Create SWI’s as asked
• Ensure other technicians complete their daily duties and meet standards
• Work closely with Technical Supervisors on ongoing projects
• Attend meetings as needed to represent the technical department
• Responsible for the ownership of their own career
• Updating and complete performance development plan requirements throughout the year
• Preventive Maintenance of all production equipment

Qualifications

• Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts
• Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary
• Ability to use common tools such as meters, hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches
• 1-3 years of experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices
• 1-3 years of experience performing routine maintenance
• Ability to complete more advanced troubleshooting on production equipment
• Knowledge and understanding of all the control panels and functions of all equipment
• High School diploma or GED, with preference given to candidates with a technical background and proven maintenance experience
• Previous use and knowledge of circular looms preferred
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools
• Ability to have our internal training matrix completed within 3 years to be at the Journeyman III level
• Ability to perform and understand the effects of sizing and size changes
• Works well in a team environment and is willing to be a team leader and consensus builder
• Professional presentation and attitude
• Ability to maintain focus while working individually
• Basic mathematic skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and experience of manufacturing operation
• Hands-on knowledge and experience of production machinery in a manufacturing setting is preferred
• Reliable and dependable

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment – exposure to machinery, noise and other adverse conditions for periods of time depending on the role
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Flexible nature to manage competing and changing priorities
• Travel locally to all of the organization’s sites and locations
• Occasional travel on as needed basis