Lead Maintenance Technician- 3rd Shift

Job Title

Maintain equipment in the best possible running condition with minimum downtime and cost. Perform journeyman-level work in the design, installation, construction, modification, repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems.

General Responsibilities

• Lead tech on the nightshift and will be expected to provide help, guidance and leadership to the night Shift techs.
• Assist with maintenance initiatives and monitor the compliance of all safety policies. Actively participate in "downs"; meetings; projects; and work on specific work orders as needed.
• Co-manage the Fire /Security system at the facility.
• Manage the general facility maintenance-i.e., Snow removal; lawn/landscape maintenance; HVAC.
• Actively participate in the ongoing training within the department for each employee.
• Clearly communicate to all crews and shifts the events of the shift to ensure a smooth and highly productive handoff from shift to shift.
• Facilitate resolution of problems that may arise within the Maintenance area and bring unresolved issues to the Production Manager.
• Understand bearing removal and installation practices
• Pipefitting skills and proficiency at using hand tools, portable electric tools, and stationary shop equipment
• Value in preventive and predictive maintenance practices such as daily rounds and lubrication
• Practice/understand rigging fundamentals
• Ability to go online and troubleshoot and advanced PLC programming.
• Knowledge of contactors and starters, motors, and motor controls
• Installing and maintaining various electrical controls and automation
• Wiring 460/230-volt 3 phase motors.
• Understanding of servo, hydraulic and pneumatically actuated equipment.
• Installs machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings in an industrial establishment
• Experienced with electric motors from fractional hp to 600 hp including servo driven motors.
• Repair belt, chain, and sprocket conveyor systems
• All other tasks as assigned.

Requirements for Success

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Have good mechanical aptitude and machine operating skills.
• Be willing to work various hours depending on production and training schedules.

Education

• High school diploma preferred.
• Technical or Vocational degree and demonstrated and related equivalent experience preferred.
• Manufacturing or Paper Converting experience is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person