Sr. Machinery Technician

 

As part of an international mid-sized corporation with ambitious growth plans, an innovative mindset and high customer focus, NDS is looking for highly motivated and team-oriented individuals with eagerness to join our journey from good to great.

 

Sr. Machinery Technician

 

Job Overview:

 

Performs preventative maintenance and repair of injection molding machinery & support equipment. Works on rigs, installs and tests injection molding machinery and other support equipment.

 

Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

 

Work scheduled on the 1st shift – 40 hours per week. (May include overtime & weekend work)

 

Responsibilities:

 

Troubleshoots, tests, repairs, and services electrical systems, hydraulic systems, electronic systems, material handling systems, chilled water systems, pneumatic systems, and other production support equipment.

 

• Conducts preventative maintenance services per written PM instructions on all production equipment.

 

Installs machinery under the guidance of the Plant Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, and Machinery Lead Technician.

 

• Fabricates and installs safety devices, access platforms, water systems, and electrical services.
• May train others on specific jobs.
• Performs related work as assigned.

 

Position Requirements:

 

1. Education: Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required.

 

• Graduation from trade school or two-year College with major in industrial mechanics is required.

 

1. Experience: Position requires 2 to 4 years hands on experience in an industrial setting.

 

• Experience and formal training in industrial mechanics required.
• Specialized training in specific maintenance crafts is highly desired.
• May be required to complete formal training in areas of specialty.

 

1. Licenses/Certifications: Certified forklift operator.

 

• Maintains clean DMV report.

 

1. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

• Should have above average experience, knowledge, and understanding of industrial machinery mechanics, electricity, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing and pipefitting, solvent welding of PVC pipe and fittings, metal cutting, welding, & brazing, rigging, and safety procedures.
• Must be ‘qualified’ to work on electrical systems up to 480 volts per NDS defined procedures.
• Must be familiar with the safe operation of hand tools, power tools, and equipment common to the maintenance of industrial systems and machinery.

 

Work Conditions:

 

• To perform essential functions of the job, the following applies: Requires standing, stretching, bending, walking, lifting and transporting a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb sta