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Job Description

The Senior Technician, Maintenance role is focused on the installation, modification, troubleshooting, removal, and repair of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment and machinery. It also includes the repair and installation of building and facility fixtures.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks; audit PMs and task lists, provide feedback on enhancements, and verify the accuracy of all parts lists.

• Enter all data into SAP for utilization tracking and provide feedback on all tasks completed during the shift.

• Organize and prioritize the daily workload assigned.

• Record and report major issues to the Maintenance Lead/Management.

• Escalate issues and temporary repairs to Maintenance Lead/Management to ensure comprehensive resolution plans are underway.

• Encourage the team with positive reinforcement and foster team engagement.

• Propose and implement continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate losses due to equipment failures and technical problems.

• Engage in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment and process failures, offering insights and recommending corrective measures.

• Provide feedback to Maintenance Leads on scheduled tasks to ensure their completion.

• Communicate effectively during shifts and with the Maintenance team to ensure support requests are met.

• Help complete the team's scheduled workload.

• Perform additional duties as required.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• A High School Diploma with seven years of experience, or an Associate's degree in a technical discipline such as Industrial Maintenance Technology with two years of experience, is required.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Candidates must either hold a third-grade boiler license or be able to obtain one within the second year (company-sponsored). They should have a fundamental understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, as well as mechanical drawings, to address issues promptly at the component level across all manufacturing equipment.

• Applicants should be capable of troubleshooting AC/DC electrical components (up to 480VAC 3 Phase), including motor starters, switches, and sensors on manufacturing equipment, using basic test equipment like multimeters and amp probes.

• Being mechanically inclined is essential, with the ability to utilize hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and testing instruments. A background in PLC is advantageous.

• Understanding of plant operations and systems, such as heating, cooling, ventilation, electrical, gas, building utilities, and manufacturing equipment, is required.

• Strong troubleshooting abilities are necessary, with the skill to resolve problems and make decisions in a manufacturing environment. Following written and verbal instructions is crucial, including comprehending equipment instruction/service manuals and drawings.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required for interaction with various stakeholders, including production staff, vendors, and management.

• Proficiency in basic office computer software is expected, along with the capacity to effectively learn and use SAP maintenance software for data entry, part research, and analysis of repair history.

• The role involves exposure to extreme temperatures, varying weather conditions, high noise levels, areas with moving mechanical parts, and potential contact with chemicals used in the production process.

Shift and Hours:

• 2nd Shift 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM M-F Rotating Saturday and Sunday.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

2nd - Evening

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

basic materials

Job Posting End Date:

12/12/2024

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Requisition ID: R305122