Maintenance Specialist I

Job Description

Compensation: $35.13 to $39.78 an hour

Shifts Available: Days, 5:20am to 5:30pm, with 3 paid breaks

Nights, 5:20pm to 5:30am, with 3 paid breaks

Role: Support the lines in your work group. Work with Value Stream Manager, Work Group Leaders, Process Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, Line Technicians, Set-up Technicians, etc., to improve overall line reliability and case attainment.

Key Job Requirements:

• Diagnose faulty production and related plant equipment with the minimum amount of supervision using the provided schematics, manuals, and drawings. Be able to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems, troubleshoot electrical problems, have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies, and be able to train others in doing these responsibilities.
• Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition in order that spares or replacements can be ordered.
• Be knowledgeable of what and where spare parts are in the store room, and observe the store room withdrawal and return procedure.
• General working knowledge of machine shop equipment.
• Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks.
• Will be expected to maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by the Maintenance Team Leader.
• Work with and train maintenance shift technicians
• Work, train, and have open communication with all members of your work group team.
• Walk story boards throughout work group and develop action plans for the resolution of repeatable failures
• Work with other members of the workgroup on action items, which will improve line efficiency, by taking the lead on line improvements, design of experiments, and projects.
• 24/7 On-call phone support for assistance/reporting to/by team
• Other duties as necessary

Technical Competencies:

Administrative: Demonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systems. Including but not limited to SAP, Outlook, Excel, Microsoft, etc.

Communication/Teamwork: Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team

• Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamwork
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure

Safety: Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and procedures.

Quality: Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.

Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates an advanced, comprehensive knowledge of the entire process from concept to commercialization.

Operate Equipment:

• Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as required
• Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
• Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment

Maintenance/Repair:

• Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of production technological methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities

Education & Experience:

• Three to five years of experience in a related field
• High school graduate required
• Completion of a vocational or trade school curriculum from an authorized school with a concentration in electro-mechanical courses desired
• Must be able to read and use precision type instruments such as micrometers and calipers
• Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings

ADA – Essential Functions:

• Work an 8 – 10-hour shift, standing and walking for extended periods
• Climb
• Heed safety warnings, devices and alarms
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs
• Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving, establish cause and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment