| Location | Niles, IL |
Role Summary
Continuous improvement mechanic reports to the maintenance supervisor and is responsible for long term root cause solutions for the maintenance team, execution of projects with other operational groups, troubleshooting day to day reoccurring issues and advising/helping develop training to new mechanics with the assistance of the maintenance supervisor.
Primary Responsibilities
Leads maintenance team on projects related to equipment modifications, new products, rebuilds and complex problems.
Works cross functionally with production, sales, project engineering, quality and maintenance to deliver solutions to problems.
Develops solutions to help improve through put (operationally or downtime reduction).
Responsible for day-to-day reoccurring maintenance issue and addressing root cause
Troubleshoot, repair, adjust, and replace equipment and components involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, relay logic systems.
Provides long-term solutions and day-to-day support to all operating teams for troubleshooting, problem analysis, equipment failures, etc.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with co-workers including manufacturing associates, other support department associates and management
Training: Trains employees on proper work methods and safety procedures, including:
Machine controls
Troubleshooting and diagnostics
Lubrication procedures
Machine parts and function
Changeover procedures
Safety procedures
Machine operational theory
Machine adjustments and calibrations
Preventive maintenance guidelines
Operating procedures
Sourcing machine parts
Assists shift supervisors with identifying the root causes of recurring breakdowns and implementing solutions.
Perform other related duties, as assigned by the maintenance supervisor