Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Site Overview:

Since 1900, Young Dental’s philosophy has been to create, innovate, and support the dental industry with exceptional products. Today, we are proud to be one of the world’s largest manufacturers of disposable prophy angles and preventive dental products.

Role Overview :

Under general supervision the Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping machines, mechanical equipment, and the structure of our establishment in proper working order. This position is responsible for maintaining machines and equipment in order to ensure that they continue to operate in a safe and efficient manner. Additional responsibilities include completion of scheduled work assignments, including, but not limited to production equipment, building systems, fabrication, calibrations, feeder design, PLC troubleshooting/programming, PM’s and new equipment installations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Trouble shoot and repair complex electrical and mechanical problems

Assemble mechanical and electrical machines

Perform routine preventive industrial maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate

Repair or replace defective equipment parts, using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment

Clean or lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, or other parts of machinery

Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions

Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists

Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment

Follow all established safety, health, quality, GMP and Company policies/procedures and recognized practices.

Follow all aspects of the Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) program

Other duties may be assigned as required and continues to update job knowledge through cross-training as requested

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certificate or coursework from a Technical/Trade School preferred

Minimum 4 years of practical, hands-on experience in an equivalent role or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Experience working with Plastic Injection Molding with strong mechanical aptitude

Motivated, goal-driven, with a dedication to constant improvement

Knowledge of voltages and various electrical setups along with electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic experience is an asset

Fabrication, welding, and layout skills are an asset

Previous experience working in a fast-paced, multi-level, project based environment with emphasis on timelines and cost

Must be able to use a personal computer

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit, stand, and walk on a varying basis throughout work schedule. Able to carry and/or lift up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Manufacturing plant environment with some variations in temperature, fumes, noise, dust and atmospheric conditions.

Young Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participating employer.