Production Mechanic

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Dentsply Sirona is the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, with a 130-year history of innovation and service to the dental industry and patients worldwide. Dentsply Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive solutions offering including dental and oral health products as well as other consumable medical devices under a strong portfolio of world class brands. Dentsply Sirona’s products provide innovative, high-quality and effective solutions to advance patient care and deliver better and safer dentistry.

Dentsply Sirona’s global headquarters is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company’s shares are listed in the United States on NASDAQ under the symbol XRAY.

Bringing out the best in people

As advanced as dentistry is today, we are dedicated to making it even better. Our people have a passion for innovation and are committed to applying it to improve dental care. We live and breathe high performance, working as one global team, bringing out the best in each other for the benefit of dental patients, and the professionals who serve them.

If you want to grow and develop as a part of a team that is shaping an industry, then we’re looking for the best to join us.

Working at Dentsply Sirona you are able to:

Develop faster - with our commitment to the best professional development.

Perform better - as part of a high-performance, empowering culture.

Shape an industry - with a market leader that continues to drive innovation.

Make a difference -by helping improve oral health worldwide.

We are looking for an experienced and talented Production Mechanic to join our team. This individual will oversee the maintenance and operation of our Automatrix machines. This role requires a strong understanding of machine mechanics, attention to detail, and the ability to make precise adjustments to ensure production parts remain within specification. The Production Mechanic will play a key role in reducing downtime, ensuring consistent machine performance, and maintaining the overall efficiency of the production line.

This role also involves entering downtime data into Power BI and performing regular preventive maintenance tasks to avoid unplanned disruptions.

• Automatrix Maintenance & Adjustments:
• Maintain and troubleshoot Automatrix machines, ensuring that parts meet production specifications.
• Make real-time machine adjustments to ensure smooth operation and minimize defects.
• Replace worn or broken components on Automatrix machines, such as belts, rollers, gears, and sensors.
• Preventive Maintenance:
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on Automatrix machines, ensuring that all equipment is in optimal working condition.
• Conduct regular inspections, lubricate parts, check machine settings, and replace consumable parts as needed to reduce the risk of breakdowns.
• Downtime Tracking and Reporting:
• Accurately enter downtime events into Power BI, ensuring that data is updated in real time for performance analysis.
• Identify the root causes of downtime and work with the team to implement corrective actions that improve machine reliability and reduce future interruptions.
• Troubleshooting and Repairs:
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on Automatrix machines, utilizing both manual and automated tools to detect faults.
• Respond quickly to machine breakdowns and ensure the repair is carried out promptly to minimize production delays.
• Collaboration with Production Team:
• Work closely with production operators to identify potential machine issues before they affect production quality.
• Communicate any necessary machine adjustments or maintenance needs to ensure parts remain in specification and meet production targets.
• Documentation and Record-Keeping:
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, machine adjustments, repairs, and parts replacements.
• Document downtime reasons and resolutions, ensuring that all entries in Power BI are accurate and up-to-date.
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment performance, reducing…