Maintenance Technician

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by: completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions
• Work with production personnel to troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Work in conjunction with outside contractors and/or vendors as well as OEMs to troubleshoot and make repairs to plant equipment
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listen for problems; and use precision measuring and testing instruments to diagnose problems
• Control downtime by performing routine preventive maintenance techniques
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Use computer system to document work and account for parts
• Communicate with the team using verbal, written or electronic communication including phone, email, radio, or other mode
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Required to participate on the Emergency Response Team
• Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors

Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities Desired

• Safety sensitive position - ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business
• Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed
• Ability to effectively work in teams
• Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles
• Ability to read and understand machine part lists, preventative maintenance manuals, schematics and blueprints
• Proficient computer skills including the ability to navigate and perform needed duties on CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
• Ability to use rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments
• Ability to operate equipment including machines, alignment tools, high lifts, forklifts, boom lifts, scissors lifts, etc.
• Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job

Compensation & benefits:

• The starting wage for this position is $34.56 /hour plus $1.50/hour for 3rd shift differential.
• Hourly rate could be negotiated based on relatable mechanical experience.
• Robust benefit offerings and many advancement opportunities!