Mfg Indirect - Maintenance Supervisor

Purpose of the job

Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot/diagnose molding machines, equipment, and physical structure of establishment. Assist in developing and implementing cost effective and energy saving solutions for machines, equipment, and site.

Maintenance Supervisor

Operations Manager

Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot/diagnose molding machines, equipment, and physical structure of establishment. Assist in developing and implementing cost effective and energy saving solutions for machines, equipment, and site.

• Responsible for overseeing Maintenance Technician Assistant(s) and Maintenance Assistant(s) and their job duties within company guidelines
• Issue disciplinary actions (verbal and written) as needed
• Perform routine site maintenance and maintenance of molding machines (clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, belts, and other parts of machinery)
• Repair and troubleshoot machine problems
• Perform electrical and plumbing work as needed
• Connect wire(s) to motors, fixtures, and other electrical equipment, replace switches and fuses, and splice wires while meeting all code requirements
• Operate cutting torch and/or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts
• Set up and operate machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs/fixtures, and tools
• Fully understand and apply Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Prepare and submit 1-day/30-day new hire evaluations and probationary/annual performance reviews
• Conduct reviews and go over review results with employees
• Learn and use IQMS as it applies to job
• Attend trainings as needed
• Assist the Maintenance Technician Assistant(s) and/or Maintenance Technician(s) in all aspects of maintenance work
• Act as a backup for the Maintenance Technician Assistant(s) and/or Maintenance Assistant(s) in their absence
• Promote quality and safety
• Ensure highest possible product quality and adherence to ISO and/or other standards
• Overtime as needed on a project-by-project basis
• Perform other job duties and/or responsibilities as assigned by management

• High School education or equivalent work experience/general education

• Minimum of 1 year experience as full-time employee and/or temp at Viant or another plastic injection molding company
• 1 to 3 year mechanical/technical and maintenance experience

Speak, read, and write English to be easily understood

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or blueprint format Ability to read and understand blueprints/instruction manuals using electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulics

Excellent hand/eye coordination: manual dexterity, good vision

Must have common sense

Must be a fast learner

• Electrical and plumbing knowledge

Automotive knowledge helpful

Ability to use hand and power tools

Must have high mechanical aptitude

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Forklift certified or have the ability to become forklift certified

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Attendance standards must be adhered to.

All job descriptions include physical requirements/working conditions/protective equipment relevant to the position.

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources.

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Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.