Job Summary:

The role of the Maintenance Technician Level 2 is a valuable member of the plant technical team who supports the plant operations so products can be manufactured without interruption. Maintenance Technicians will have a critical role in the organization and will be responsible for performing preventive, planned and emergency maintenance. Level 2 Maintenance Technician will have a trade school degree/certificate and 10+ years of verifiable experience or a Journeyman card and be able to lead level 1 Maintenance Technicians on work to be performed. This role reports to the shift maintenance supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work safely by following all rules, processes and procedures established by the plant management team.
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for assigned work area.
• Day-to-day coverage of production line equipment: respond to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Diagnoses equipment failures to find the root cause and communicate actions taken to the rest of the team.
• Maintain facilities and related equipment by properly following preventative maintenance schedules. Troubleshooting and installing electrical and mechanical components as required to keep all facilities functional as needed.
• Performs regular preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Maintains 5S and housekeeping in all work areas, especially when completed work on the production floor.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments on machines and equipment.
• Takes initiative to improve PM documents and schedules, under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform major equipment repairs and rebuilds, (some weekends and holidays required).
• Uses maintenance systems effectively (PM Tracking (Infor), Spares Inventory (Tofino), Issue Tracking).
• Work with Process and Equipment engineering and other cross-functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability, review procedures, and minimize equipment downtime.
• Recommends countermeasures to prevent repetitive breakdowns.
• Participates in Total Productive Maintenance team while taking on small improvement projects to assist in improving the factory.
• Follows all aspects of Maintenance Safety protocol (LOTO, 5-S, Arc Flash, etc.), to ensure that the maintenance team operates safely at all times, always leading by example.
• Reports injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses and property damage immediately to your Supervisor.
• Provide a complete set of tools to perform maintenance activities.
• Perform work on an aerial lift and operate an industrial fork truck and similar equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or management team.

Requirements:

• Trade school certified as an Industrial/Electrician/Millwright or Industrial/Mechanic is preferred with 10+ years of experience maintaining industrial equipment and automation or technical military experience in lieu of degree or possession of a Journeyman’s card.
• Powdered Industrial Truck Permit and Aerial Work Permit (requires passing scores on the Powered Industrial Truck and Aerial Work training tests
• Ability to pass Maintenance Technician aptitude test[EG(p1]
• Areas of specialization may include one or more of the following: electrical/electronics, mechanical/machining, or automation/PLC/robotics (AB/Fanuc)
• Skilled at troubleshooting injection molding machines, robotics, plastic welding equipment, automation, conveyance, and electromechanical systems.
• Sound mechanical aptitude, comfortable getting dirty.
• Meet the physical requirements of a Maintenance Technician.
• Familiarity with complex machinery, electrical circuits, and plant operating equipment.
• Experience creating & maintaining a positive atmosphere in a collaborative work team.
• Ability to manage workload while contributing to positive, team-oriented work.
• Strong controls understanding and troubleshooting skills (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, PLC, others).
• Skilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable tools, as well as general machining and welding.
• Skilled with common workplace software (MS Word, Excel. PowerPoint, etc.).
• Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Willing to perform shift and overtime as required.
• Provide personal toolbox, tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.