Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Job Overview

• Job Category:
  Maintenance Technician
• Industry: Manufacturing, Plastic Injection Molding
• Employee Type:
  Full Time, Non Exempt
• Required Degree: 2 Year Degree
• Manage Others:
  No

This position is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment to maintain operational continuity and safety.

• Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
• Deploy Plan-Do-Check-Act methodologies for troubleshooting issues on the manufacturing floor.
• Conduct maintenance in a proactive manner to determine proper root cause of failures.
• Dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas.
• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
• Remove and replace worn or defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
• Locate damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machine, measure, cut, thread, and install new pipe.
• Start/Restart all manufacturing equipment to test operation following repair prior to releasing equipment to production.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machines, auxiliary equipment, automation cells, and building facilities.
• Follow all safety regulations and perform safety inspections on all manufacturing equipment and the facility.
• Provide insight and recommendations of potential machine risks for human or equipment safety.
• Document findings during preventive maintenance activity and repair activities on manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in maintenance activities related to tooling and production equipment in preparation for use in applications.
• Train, mentor, and coach other technical team members in functional job activities related to maintenance and repair.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance; be present, on time, ready to work each day.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to support the success of the organization.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Problem Solving / Critical Thinking
• Technical Skills / Mechanical Aptitude
• Judgement
• Safety and Security
• Adaptability – Grow knowledge as technology advances.
• Time Management / Independent Thinking

Education, Training and/or

Experience:

• High School diploma required
• Technical school certificate preferred
• 2 to 5 years related experience and/or training
• Proficient with facilities, injection molding machines (or similar), auxiliary equipment maintenance, electronics and robotics repair
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• General understanding of the injection molding process and the functionality of support equipment including automation cells and other manufacturing equipment

Language

Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before employees of organization in a professional manner with respect to others’ time and priorities.

Mathematical

Skills:

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as ratios, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume

Reasoning Ability:

• Apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Apply critical thinking when solving technical problems

Computer

Skills:

• Understanding on how to access and use modules specific to job function in Thogus ERP system

Other

Skills and Abilities:

• Tow Motor License

• Stand and walk
• Reach with hands and use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Sit and climb or balance
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception

• Passion – Desire to make a positive impact and inspire others to do the same.
• Honest and Integrity – Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
• Dedication – Team focused to execute tasks with a positive attitude, sense of significance, and enthusiasm.
• Mutual Respect – Considerate of others’ ideas, feelings, beliefs, or property.
• The Edge – Commitment to adaptation, breaking tradition, and accepting change.

• Sign-On Bonus
• Work 4-10 hour shifts Sunday through Wednesday Nights (3 Shift: 11:30 pm-10 am)
• 12 Paid Holidays (including your Birthday)
• Consistent schedule and hours (40 hrs guaranteed)
• Overtime opportunities
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Benefits (including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life) after 60 days

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.