Industrial Maintenance Tech

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Full Time Dothan, Dothan, AL, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $21.00 To $32.00 Annually

The Industrial Maintenance Technician at Smartlam North American, at our Dothan, Alabama location, is accountable for keeping the production machinery functioning in a proper manner to ensure manufacturing schedules and targets are met. This role focuses on promoting equipment longevity and operational efficiency through preventative maintenance and downtime minimization. Proficiency with equipment maintenance, technical understanding, troubleshooting, dealing with uncertainty, and a safety-conscious mindset are required.

• Ensures operation of machinery and equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, VFDs, soft starts and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates the source of problem by observing mechanical and electrical devices in operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, hand, and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, squares, multimeters, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, straightedges, multimeters, and basic electrical component programing knowledge.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation, welders, torches, grinders, drills, hydraulic press, and all other tools/equipment associated with Industrial Maintenance.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supply inventories, by reporting stock needs to Purchasing; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing Purchase Request and verifying receipt.
• Provides mechanical and electrical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications and by establishing personal networks.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment, complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Must work well with limited supervision.
• Must be very safety oriented and comply with all company and OSHA regulations.

• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment, both mechanical and electrical required; with three (3) years of related working experience desired.
• High attention to detail.
• Positive attitude with a track record of delivering results.
• Self-motivated with strong ability to multitask and operate with minimal supervision.

• Industrial Maintenance Technician Degree or Journeyman License desired.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k (Company Match)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Competitive Pay