Mechanic First Class

SUMMARY

 

The purpose of the Class 1 Maintenance Technician is to make necessary decisions that safely executes maintenance functions in the facility, so the plant equipment and services perform at maximum levels and minimize unscheduled interruption of the plant operation. This position also trains, coaches, and counsels others on electrical maintenance procedures and best practices. Strong knowledge of power fluid, electrical systems, and process control systems is required.

 

This position reports to the plant Maintenance Leader.

NATURE & SCOPE

 

• Comply with all Lock-Tag-Try (LTT) procedures.
• Fix and report all unsafe work conditions.
• Notify member of Minneapolis Leadership Team in the case of any accident, near miss, or on-the-job injury.

• Oversees shift activities, downtime, and shop with respect to mechanical work request, downtime lists and assigned projects.
• Instructs craftsmen in proper mechanical installation and repair techniques as appropriate.
• Plans mechanical preventive maintenance strategies to minimize equipment downtime.

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Completes training plan based on qualifying test score.

• Performs skilled abilities in examining production machines and equipment to diagnose electrical and mechanical problems to ensure equipment is electrically, mechanically sound and functions to company specifications.

• Support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime.

• Maintains and repairs equipment per the maintenance work order procedures.
• Accurately and completely prepare and maintain maintenance records and other paperwork in the CMMS system.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections, tasks and repairs for production equipment and facility(s) structure(s).
• Uses schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions or defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting on electronic or mechanical components, equipment or systems.

• Devises, fabricates, installs, tests, and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment and systems involving the movement of physical components in the manufacturing area.
• Assisting engineers with developing technical solutions related to the operation and performance of devices and systems.
• Installs, repairs, and upgrades components of mechanical and electrical devices and systems in the manufacturing area.

• Perform any other task as directed by the Maintenance Leader.

 

TPM

 

• Active contributor to the PM Pillar.
• Partners with AM activity team members to achieve TPM goals across the plant.
• Maintains all implemented 5S improvements and ensures housekeeping expectations.
• Perform all TPM duties necessary to ensure the safety of the plant and drive to successful attainment of zero losses, zero defects, and zero injuries

 

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

 

The employee should hold the following skills and abilities:

• Demonstrated quality and craftmanship and holds others accountable to this standard.
• Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision
• Demonstrated desire to have a positive impact on safety at the Minneapolis facility.
• Demonstrated mechanical, electrical and controls aptitude. Strong troubleshooting skills in all areas.
• Solid foundation in Reliable Work Practices and SAP interface preferred.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
• Willingness and flexibility to relocate.