Description

Job Description

Position Title: Maintenance Specialist II

Department: Maintenance Employee Type: Hourly

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor Pay Grade: 12

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Position Summary:

3rd shift. Install, troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and/or electrical equipment; troubleshoot, repair, and program PLC’s on existing equipment; Work with Engineering, Management, and Production to eliminate waste and maximize O.E.E.

Essential Functions:

Mechanical

Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installation of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment and facilities systems throughout the plant

Electrical

· Perform electrical/ mechanical maintenance, repairs and installation for equipment and facilities

· Troubleshoot and repair electrical / electronic and programmable equipment

· Understand equipment schematics (English and foreign)

· Ability to use electrical, electronic and programmable controller testing and diagnosing equipment

· Ability to do some basic circuit design as part of repair and installation procedures

· Install electrical utilities, meeting all state, local and federal codes

General

· Working knowledge of lockout/ tagout procedures and appropriate OSHA standards

· Support and work with production departments and engineering personnel to continually improve Division TPM program

Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unsafe & unusual conditions to supervisor with improvement suggestions
Maintain necessary records
Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain quality standards
Train and mentor less experienced co –workers
Work with Engineering to rebuild, design, and upgrade new existing equipment
Adhere to strict safety and cleanliness standards.

· Perform periodical lubrication maintenance schedule for assigned machines

· Inspect and clean tanks and lines in plant machines

· Change oil and filters on machines as scheduled

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

A.S. in the electrical or mechanical trades or equivalent experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Ability to use electrical, electronic and PLC testing and diagnostic equipment.

· Knowledge of electrical/electronic circuit design.

· Knowledge of state, local, and federal codes.

· Working knowledge of lockout-tagout, confined space, and appropriate OSHA standards.

Job related demands (i.e. physical, travel):

3rd Shift Position

· Flexibility to alter work schedule for timely completion of projects

· Prioritization of multiple projects to meet operational goals

· Ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues with tact and diplomacy

· Maintenance of professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and/or participating in professional associations

· Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 lbs. without assistance and occasionally up to 50 lbs following company safe lifting protocol

· Frequently required to stand for prolonged periods (3+ hours); walk; use hands to grasp handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; bend; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit

· Ability to work in an environment with powdered metal, dust, noise, oils and chemicals

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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