Position: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Department: Maintenance

Job Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician provides mechanical support with manufacturing equipment, controls, instruments, robotics, and automation equipment. Applications are varied and also include the manufacturing facility and inclusive equipment. Candidate must be able to plan and conduct operational and performance tests on mechanical, electromechanical, experimental products, controls and systems for new and current manufacturing processes. Applications are broad and varied, requiring inclusion of technical and business context and solving non-routine problems to eliminate down time and decrease quality defects to the customer. This position works very closely with the Controls Personnel, Electrician, and Toolroom Sensor Technician to plan and execute projects.

Essential Responsibilities/Activities:

• Collaborate with related teams to repair & maintain automated and manual processes involving stamping presses, assembly equipment, and robotic weld cells.
• Provide daily support to the production group to meet plant operational goals.
• To perform all mechanical work on process equipment, plant equipment, and associated mechanical installations and repairs meeting all codes while adhering to company procedures and policies.
• Responsible for completing necessary paper work including machine log books, PM Service records, time sheets and log board entries and revisions to related drawings.
• To work within a team to complete mechanical and electrical tasks such as new panel builds, tooling wiring & sensor installations, and other various error proofing system installations.
• Safety focus is imperative, as well as ability to work in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Advanced troubleshooting capabilities for process equipment and instrumentation.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, technical schematics, and building drawings.
• Demonstrated strong safety knowledge in OSHA and NFPA regulations, including Lock Out/Tag Out, Confined Space and Live Electric.
• Possess basic computer skills and knowledge of software for tracking maintenance activities.
• Effectively present information in small groups to contractors and employees.
• Supports implementation and installation of new and rebuilt equipment.
• Continuous improvement of equipment and processes towards improving reliability and technology.
• Ensures integrity of process and prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Support Maintenance department in preventative maintenance activities.
• Competent in the cross functional application of PLC programming (logic) to assure all mechanical systems perform the functional duty as designed.
• Disassembles machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Orders or fabricates replacement parts.
• On call support as needed.
• Repair and maintain mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components on production machines such as stamping presses, material handling systems, automated assembly machines, degreasing equipment, and conveyor systems.
• Repair/replace damaged air, chemical, and water lines.
• Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment or other problems.
• Aligns and adjust components on machines to improve or correct machine functionality and part quality.
• Moves machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
• Sets up and operates metalworking tools such as lathe, drill press, and grinders to make or repair parts.
• Operation of cutting torches and welding for repairs.

Preferred Skills and Education:

• Associates Degree in related Engineering or equivalent Trade School field required.
• 3-5 years of work experience in Maintenance with plant floor experience required.
• Work experience in equipment and process applications, development, component selection, testing, evaluating, implementation, installation and trouble shooting.
• Work experience in machining activities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with technical as well as non-tech personnel.
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of cross-functional team.
• Ability to concentrate and pay attention to details and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to think logically under pressure.
• Experience with progressive and transfer equipment and fingers bars.
• Experience with press controls and feeding equipment.
• Experience with various types of welding processes and equipment.
• Expert knowledge in electrical systems and components.
• Strong OSHA back-ground.
• Thorough knowledge of safety requirements involving electrical engineering.
• Experience in robotics and robotics systems.
• Strong PC knowledge including fluency in various programming languages.
• Work experience in Allen Bradley PLC, Servo Controllers, HMI products and software.
• Work experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, lube and coolant systems trouble-shooting.
• Strong understanding for equipment controls, instruments, PLC controls, and Plant Automation.
• Knowledge in structural applications and guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person