Maintenance Tech III

Maintenance Tech III

Maintenance Technician III is responsible for efficient operation and maintenance of both production equipment and general infrastructure and facility systems. Maintain production and quality by ensuring continuous operation of machinery and supporting equipment through the execution of a comprehensive maintenance effort.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None at this time, however, the individual in this role may supervise other maintenance technicians in the future.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular inspections of key infrastructure, grounds and systems, address discrepancies and ensure the upkeep of all areas of the facility.
• Maintain and repair production support equipment including motors, pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, production plumbing systems, simple electrical systems and other production-related equipment.
• Troubleshoot production equipment malfunctions and repairs as needed.
• Conduct routine maintenance and safety checks on production equipment.
• Keep record of all day-to-day maintenance and service activities undertaken in the facility.
• Oversee the planning and execution of new equipment installations.
• Create and assist in the implementation of maintenance programs to include operator and preventive maintenance activities for each department's major pieces of equipment.
• Communicate with the production team on the scheduling of maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Prepare and submit maintenance reports including downtime reports, PM schedules and completion statuses.
• Maintain stock of high-moving spare parts and equipment to minimize equipment downtime in a forward-looking manner.
• Coordinate and supervise external maintenance service providers and maintain external maintenance vendors for all needed outsourced maintenance. (i.e.: Repair of CNC machines, Compressor maintenance)
• Oversee the maintenance budget and ensure costs are kept within budget while improving productivity.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, governmental requirements, OSHA, EPA, and NJDEP standards.

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of Microsoft office and maintenance systems
• Excellent Math, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to carry out various trade activities, such as machining, electrical, welding, plumbing, etc.
• Ability to lift, climb ladders, platforms, and work in tight spaces in and around machinery
• Adept with hand and power tools
• Forklift Certified (or eligible)
• Must be able to troubleshoot electrical, controls and plumbing systems
• Good organization skills
• Ability to manage and coordinate work of others
• Good time-management skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.

Education & Experience:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ten (5) years' experience as Maintenance Technician in industrial maintenance facilities
• Three (3) years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems maintenance
• Position requires a valid driver license.

Desired:

• Trade Certifications a plus
• Experience maintaining CNC machinery, lathes, etc. a Plus
• Experience using or implementing Maintenance Management Systems

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• 401K / 401K Company Match
• Quarterly Bonus Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Jury Duty
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program based on job.
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary Range: $40.00 - $50.00/Hour based on experience

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands/arms; lift and/or lower; push and/or pull; and use hands to finger, handle, feel and/or finely manipulate objects. The employee must frequently lift/move and/or push/pull up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift/move and/or push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Use of vision correction is acceptable, if necessary; however, any vision correction apparatus must meet all safety guidelines for the area of activity.