Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for maintaining and repairing existing production equipment while focusing on safety, customer satisfaction, quality, and productivity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

Perform preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels Perform emergency/breakdown maintenance as necessary to support plant operations Accurately use measurement and test equipment Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed Install wire and conduit for newly installed and existing equipment such as conveyors, programmable controllers, converting and corrugating machinery Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches & motors, position sensing devices such as proximity switch timers, scanners, and photoelectric devices Diagnose and repair/replace faulty electronic components such as printed circuit boards Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems and drives, i.e., AC and DC Read electrical block diagrams, schematics as well as PLC ladder logic Maintain clean and organized work areas and clean up work areas as part of completing the assigned task Accurately and completely prepare and maintain maintenance records and other paperwork Maintain teamwork with other associates Maintain equipment to optimize run ability through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of machines. Accurately complete administrative documents and follow directions Routine fault finding, testing, manufacturing, replacing, isolation, modifying, inspecting, improving, installing, maintaining, and repairing all plant mechanical equipment compliant with specifications. Work with specifications and drawings, ensuring completion and minimizing waste within set dates and times. Ensure the maintenance and preventive maintenance of corrugating plant process equipment to achieve world-class results; ensure all equipment is running properly and meets operational requirements. Work with the maintenance team to carry out maintenance and repair projects in mechanical, fabrication, plumbing, and welding functions. Troubleshoot, repair, and make adjustments to high-speed packaging lines Ensure critical issues are handled and communicated appropriately prior to leaving shift Maintain strong floor presence at all times Document / convey all repairs and issues for the next shift Report any quality or safety issues to the shift supervisor and implement corrective and preventive action for these issues where possible Comply with all safety procedures Ability to work overtime at short notice; flexible with work hours and willing to work alternative shifts, weekends, and overtime as required. Other corrective and preventive maintenance duties to be assigned by the supervisor from time to time. Other related projects to be assigned by the manager from time to time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered by an employee while performing the functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the functions of this job successfully.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

High School Diploma or GED Additional schooling in electrical and mechanical preferred 3+ years of electrical and mechanical experience Minimum of 6 months of corrugator manufacturing experience; overall maintenance functions At least 2 years of experience as an Industrial Controls Technician or Maintenance Mechanic Experience repairing and maintaining both electrical Controls and mechanical systems in accordance with mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics, operations manuals, PLC programs, and manufacturer's specifications Experience troubleshooting high-packaging equipment Technical experience, reliability, and the ability to work independently. Troubleshooting skills in industrial, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures. Three-phase electrical knowledge to 480 VAC Knowledge of AC/DC motors and drives PLC knowledge and troubleshooting skills Advanced computer skills as it relates to troubleshooting ladder logic programs and scaling systems Technically competent with reading electrical and mechanical drawings Ability to troubleshoot utilizing schematics Strong attention to detail Strong work ethic with emphasis on safety PMs, product line changeovers, and/or repairs and maintenance of all plant equipment as needed Ability to understand and read PLC logic Strong familiarity with packaging equipment a plus Strong mechanical and electrical (corrugator manufacturing preferred) background, AC/DC motor control, troubleshooting, precision alignment, motor replacement, pneumatic troubleshooting, encoder basics, Signode bander troubleshooting, module facer knowledge, rotary steam joint repair knowledge, familiar with all sorts of shop equipment (lathe, wire welding, stick welding, plasma cutting, torch heating, cutting, brazing, air compressor maintenance knowledge. Note- this is not an exhaustive list. Ability to read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and instruction books. * Knowledge of computers and automated machines