Technical Associate/Machinist - 12-hour night shift after training 3, 2, 2, 3 schedule

Position Description

Responsible for stepping in to repair machine breakdowns
Troubleshoot problems
Speed of operation issues
Waste issues

Essential Functions

• Has detailed operational knowledge of the equipment to the point that he/she can operate within specified quality/quantity limits.
• Sets up and debugs equipment to the specifications listed in specifications, plant policies, and Department Procedures.
• Deviations from these specifications must be cleared with the supervisor or Engineering
• Maintains equipment in working order to produce product within specified quality and quantity limits; adjusting, troubleshooting, cleaning and repairing as necessary.
• Is responsible for maintaining equipment logs for each piece of equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems. Must have clear and legible handwriting.
• Repairs equipment within his/her capability and reports major problems to supervisor.
• Affords assistance to the Maintenance Department, LTA/Production Mechanic or Manufacturing Technician in major repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance on the equipment as specified in the plant preventative maintenance (PM) program or as needed for smooth operation.
• Requires mechanical ability and knowledge of proper use of tools, proper troubleshooting and set up procedures,
  and machine blueprint reading.
• Starts up equipment and ensures proper functioning of machines and control panel.
• Monitors / replenishes component inventories and ensures all safety guards are in position and functional.
• Checks and cleans part tracks to ensure free travel of all component parts.
• Notifies material handler if part supplies run low.
• 1Shuts machine cycle off when a jam occurs and after clearing the jam, restarts the machine cycle.
• Maintains accurate production and downtime records (logbooks).
• Maintains a neat and orderly production environment.
• Continually monitors in-process quality, addressing issues as needed to prevent product holds. Performs and documents all required Q.C. checks. Runs all required process challenges.
• Observes all safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements (QSR).
• Supports upstream and downstream operations.
• Performs rework as required.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor and required to support the needs of the business.