Maintenance Technician

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The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is committed to enabling a sustainable future. Our unmatched science unlocks immense possibilities at the molecular level, driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner, Create Smarter and Live Better. Our solutions are used by people every day, improving billions of lives around the world. 

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible to respond, troubleshoot and perform repair work on injection molding machines and other manufacturing equipment in a timely manner.  Additionally, maintain all auxiliary equipment for water, power, pneumatics, hydraulics, and HVAC equipment.  Performs daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance on all machines and equipment.

                                                                                                                                                                                   

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Repair all building issues in accordance with clean room requirements.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all capital equipment.
• Monitor, schedule, and complete preventive maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment including capital equipment, air compressors, HVAC, fire suppression and alarm systems.
• Identify, procure, and maintain critical spare parts inventory.
• Facilitate the movement of equipment and furniture for relocation or reconfiguration.
• Work with outside contractors to repair, refurbish or install building systems and equipment on schedule.
• Respond, troubleshoot, and perform emergency repair work on manufacturing equipment in a timely manner based on priority established by production management.
• Report status of repair jobs promptly to Production Supervisor and Facilities Supervisor.
• Complete assigned maintenance tasks to support process improvement, scrap reduction, new product development and other engineering-led activities.
• Performed planned maintenance on extrusion, molding and assembly equipment including but not limited to injection and transfer presses, material mixers, extruders, mills, ovens, scales, testers, and assemblers.
• Support and recommend improvement to the preventive maintenance program.
• Support flawless launch activities, participate in kaizen events, and provide facilities maintenance and installation support to complete lean manufacturing efforts.
• Work closely with Operations and Engineering to develop and improve processes that meet customer expectations on cost, quality, and delivery of new and existing products.
• Understand and follow the SOP’s pertaining to the specific area.
• Understand and follow the Work Instructions pertaining to the specific area.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

HIRING GUIDELINES: 

• Successful completion of four-years of high school, or equivalent, plus completion of two years of college or graduation from a two-year technical college with an associate degree, preferably focusing in the areas of mechanical, electrical, electronics, hydraulics, or pneumatic systems repair.
• One to three years of experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience with blueprints and schematics.
• Certificate in Troubleshooting and Repair of Hydraulic or Electrical Systems (preferred).
• Good understanding of pneumatic control circuit design, installation, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent skills in implementing effective preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Technical ability to complete qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) requirements, read and interpret hydraulic prints and electrical schematics, and firm grasp of electrical and hydraulic codes.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

This physical demand level for this job is considered medium with frequently lifting 10-25 pounds. Exposure to lifting more than 50 pounds is rare (if ever).

 

If you’re interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do. If you’re All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you.