Maintenance Technician

Summary/Objective
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for a wide range of activities involving troubleshooting, repairing, servicing, and maintaining the plant production machinery and equipment, and physical building systems.  This position will also assist in developing an inventory system for key parts for emergency repairs.
 
Essential Functions
Help the plant run to optimal production levels by repairing or installing equipment and respond to breakdowns or faulty equipment calls throughout the plant
Safely and efficiently troubleshoot, diagnose and repair hydraulic, air, electrical, and electronic (PLC) problems on various types of printing/mailing industry machinery and equipment such as, intelligent inserters, tabbers, ink jet, sealers, cutters, folders, etc.
Locates and diagnoses failures, replaces defective components, and performs basic troubleshooting using standard equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions.
Properly inspect and maintain shop equipment, in accordance with OSHA regulation.
Follow a preventive maintenance schedule to lessen exposure to downtime related repairs and maintenance.
Keep the maintenance and inventory areas clean and organized.
Assist in set up of the production machines and assist Maintenance Manager.
Perform general plant and building maintenance.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and follows work instruction.
Assist in monitoring all work performed by outside contractors.
Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor, production department and Plant management, as needed.
Drives truck over established route to deliver products or render services
Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager
General Janitorial duties
 
Competencies
Machine maintenance experience with a strong background in both electrical and mechanical systems is a must.
Good computer skills.
Strong technical problem-solving skills
Must have prior training on general OSHA Standards, use of portable fire extinguisher, hazardous waste awareness, OSHA standards for lockout/tagout procedures, fire safety and fall protection.
Skilled in basic steel fabrication, welding, machining, including use of machine shop tools
Attention to details and follow detailed instructions.
Ability to read electrical testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters
Ability to work in a physically demanding & fast-paced environment.
Able to work all shifts and overtime as needed
 
Desired Characteristics:
Safety first – always conducts a risk assessment before undertaking work and informs colleagues and other employees how to correctly follow appropriate safety procedures.
Team Player – Stays to get the job done
Ability to use critical thinking and problem-solving to identify solutions or approaches to problems.
Ability to communicate effectively with all employees
Ability to work independently and handle competing priorities simultaneously.
Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
Must be motivated towards productivity improvements, safety and quality awareness.
Willing and able to provide occasional off-shift attended support for emergency repairs
 
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED
3-5 years’ of experience within the field of industrial maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Valid Driver License, reliable transportation and solid attendance.
Must pass a background check and DOT Physical
 
Preferred Education and Experience
Trade school or college courses in Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatics preferred.
 
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position with a standard schedule of 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required dependent upon business necessity.