Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Location : Friesland, WI
Job Type : Full-Time (Direct-hire)

Job Summary:
As a Maintenance Technician, you will perform the maintenance of large production machinery while maintaining records of repairs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
·        Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines
·        Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary
·        Lubricates machines to ensure effective performance
·        Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts to be ordered
·        Installs replacement parts for machines
·        Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines
·        Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently
·        Use of CMMS for documenting work performed
·        Maintains a clean, organized, store room, and maintains shop areas, tools, and supplies
·        Coordinates with manager to schedule regular maintenance on machines
·        Collaborates with Maintenance manager regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required
·        Makes necessary modifications and testing equipment; confers with production manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required
·        Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Education and Experience:
·        Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required.

Required Skills and Abilities:
·        Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills
·        Works well independently and with others
·        Good communication skills
·        Organized with attention to detail
·        Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment
·        Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record
·        Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team
·        Ability to utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software
·        Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software

Physical and Environmental Demands:
·        Prolonged periods standing and walking
·        Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
·        Must be able to visually inspect machines
·        Must be able to climb ladders when needed
·        Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pound