Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical and electrical automation equipment, including motor control circuits, drives, and PLC systems. 

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in assigned areas, gaining a comprehensive understanding of equipment to develop Preventive Maintenance (PM) plans that minimize downtime. 

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks, including rebuilds and calibrations, in accordance with work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). 

• Monitor equipment performance during production start-up, changeovers, and new installations. 

• Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and promote the highest standards for quality, safety, and compliance. 

• Comply with all company policies and procedures, along with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), USDA, and OSHA regulations. 

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• High school diploma or GED; Trade School diploma or certifications are preferred. 
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written. 
• Demonstrated urgency and efficiency in task completion, especially in a high-speed production setting. 
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills, with PLC experience being desirable. 
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS); SAP experience is a plus. 
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team while maintaining effective communication. 
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a capacity to mentor others. 
• Willingness to work in varied environmental conditions, both indoors and outdoors. 
• Must have the capability to work 40+ hours per week on an assigned shift, with availability for daily and weekend overtime as required. 
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, holidays, and rotating shifts as needed.

Skills

• Proficient in schematic and drawing interpretation. 
• Ability to read blueprints effectively. 
• Expertise in repairing electrical equipment, including Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), multi-phase electric motors, and relays. 
• Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Lean concepts, emphasizing continuous improvement, teamwork, and creative problem-solving for equipment enhancements. 
• Competence in hydraulic and pneumatic systems. 
• Mechanical repair and replacement skills for machine components. 
• Understanding of PLC logic controls and motor control logic. 
• In-depth knowledge of Root Cause Analysis methodologies. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or smell. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted over distances of 100 yards and up/down 30 stairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Additional Information

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a plant production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job in the plant, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles. Employee may be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures that range from below zero (0) degrees Fahrenheit to over ninety (90) degrees Fahrenheit. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While in the plant, the employee is required to utilize the required personal protective.

Compensation

Starting pay rate: $28/hr. Increase available based on experience.