Electro Mechanic Technician

* BASIC FUNCTION

Trouble shoots problems using manuals, schematics, and /or Manufacturer's services to keep equipment downtime to a minimum and machinery operating to specifications. Minimize downtime of production equipment by performing major Preventative Maintenance related to electrical or mechanical functions. Particular emphasis on electrical troubleshooting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Complete repairs to all machinery, facilities, and utilities per work order requests.

* Prepare and coordinate completion of work orders for regular maintenance and pm of machines, facilities, and utilities.

* Log and track specific work functions on production equipment to determine and periodically update and effective preventative maintenance program.

* Perform major preventative maintenance related to electrical or mechanical functions.

* Train other mechanics and operators to effectively keep machinery in good working condition.

* Perform all work in a manner consistent with established safety procedures.

* Complete maintenance work orders, report work done, parts used, and time spent on each job.

* Fill out the daily time sheet as to tasks performed and time spent on job.

* Determine items that need to be purchased or replaced, place requisitions with administrator.

* Make recommendations for spare parts to be ordered to keep as stock items.

* Responsible for training operators, and other positions as needed, to prepare these positions to perform minor electrical-mechanical functions.

* Leading the pounds per hour and driving the flow of the shift.

* Coordinate with maintenance manager details of any repairs (including outside vendors), preventive maintenance, or improvements needed on equipment.

* * Must be able to communicated in English

* An in-depth, detailed knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical process.

* Must be particularly strong in electrical troubleshooting. Knowledge of Recycling a plus

* Detailed knowledge of electrical circuits and controllers, including troubleshooting of AC-DC-PLC, Motors, Systems, and Controllers.

* Ability to read and work from prints, both mechanical and electrical.

* Has the knowledge and skill to use a variety of hand and power tools as well as shop tools.

* Analytically oriented to troubleshoot and establish root cause of problems.

* Willing to work overtime and be on call for off-hours emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

* High school diploma or equivalent trade school diploma

Experience

* 5 years experience in electrical machine maintenance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- HOURLY POSITIONS

* Must be capable of bending and lifting tool parts and machine equipment up to fifty pounds.

* Able to push, pull or carry light loads.

WORK ENVIRONMENT- HOURLY POSITIONS

There will be minimum exposure to elevated temperatures on the manufacturing floor.

There is constant exposure to noise (hearing protection required at all times) as well as some exposure to dust and fumes (PPE is required in these situations).