Machine Maintenance Technician

Summary: Responsible for coordinating and performing all of the maintenance activities necessary to install, repair and maintain production equipment, systems and services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs and maintains all production machines and equipment, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair.
• Performs regular, predictive and preventive maintenance on machines and equipment, in accordance with operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and company procedures; effectively communicates and schedules maintenance activities to maximize production.
• Performs emergency/unscheduled repairs on production equipment; troubleshoots issues; replace/repair parts; responds quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Maintains an efficient Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage all required equipment maintenance; accurately documents work performed in a timely fashion.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools and material handling equipment.
• Assists with plant layout.
• Performs a variety of other building and custodial maintenance functions as needed, including cleaning, plumbing, polishing floors, snowplowing, shoveling and grounds keeping.
• Supports company safety objectives by maintaining compliance with all government regulations; provides technical support for safety projects; ensures that equipment is in a safe, operable condition; assists with safety training.
• Encourages and contributes to a positive work environment and culture through effective communication, coaching, teamwork and leadership.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts; makes or recommends equipment and/or process modifications to improve quality and/or efficiency.
• Accurately completes production and quality documents.
• Maintains a professional working relationship and effectively communicates with all employees, managers, vendors, customers and regulatory agencies.
• Understands, complies with and supports company policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and safety regulations/initiatives.
• Regular attendance at work is required.
• Performs other production assignments as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); 5 years of related maintenance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, metal fabrication, PLC, electrical, plumbing, machine tools, power distribution, and hand tools preferred.