IE Shift Technician (12 Hour Rotating Shifts)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated IE Shift Technician to join our team. The IE Shift Technician works as part of the maintenance team to support plant operations and ensure equipment availability and proper functioning. The IE Shift Technician must be knowledgeable of and follow GMPs and all applicable SOPs. They work closely with shift operators, mechanics, and management for placement, repair, and preventative maintenance of process and safety equipment. IE Shift Technicians are required to trouble shoot electrical and electronic systems to resolve problems encountered during operation and restore the system to an operational state. This is a rotating shift position, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Job Duties

• Participates in American Chrome Chemical safety program
• Troubleshoots equipment breakdowns and restores operation on electrical power distribution, instrument control and mechanical systems. 
• Troubleshoots and restores operation on pumps, fans, filters, piping, valving, drives, PM's, inspections, agitators and/or bulk handling systems.
• Conducts routine maintenance and troubleshooting of control systems in both the process and utility areas.
• Performs preventive maintenance for all equipment.
• Calibrates instruments, per SOP, as required.
• Works with maintenance support and stock room personnel to ensure all parts transactions are properly documented.
• Participates in teams to perform root cause analysis of failures.
• Assists with checkout and startup of new equipment
• Communicates equipment details effectively with other maintenance, process, and engineering personnel.
• Assists the Maintenance Planner by providing feedback on PM (Preventive Maintenance) frequency and job steps.
• Uses the JD Edwards (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to track work orders, purchase parts, and track time.
• Makes recommendations to supervisors regarding spare parts inventory.
• Assists with identifying and standardizing parts between departments.
• Operates lift trucks, man lifts and other similar equipment
• Communicates with production workers regarding maintenance jobs including status, repairs, and follow-up review.
• Conducts work activities in an environmentally sound manner by being committed to the protection of the environment.
• Follows all OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration), NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency), NEC (National Electrical Code)
• Follows all plant safety procedures and provides feedback when updates or changes need to be made.
• Possesses a 'hands-on' attitude and is willing to assist fellow maintenance team members with repairs as needed.
• Must have a demonstrated history of safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures.

Experience

• Proficiency in mechanical diagnosis and repair, computer hardware, and software.
• Mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Must be a proficient industrial electrician, instrument control and industrial mechanical repair person.
• Experience with operating specialized computer interfaces as required for diagnosis and troubleshooting.
• Experience with industrial packaging/warehouse equipment and control systems a plus.
• Must be proficient with computer programs such as MS Office and must be able to learn support systems such as JD Edwards with minimal individualized training.
• Must be able to climb stairs, perform some lifting up to 49 pounds, sit, or stand for long periods, work at heights, bend, kneel, and be able to be respirator qualified.
• Must be able to work in all environmental conditions, including temperature extremes.
• Must be willing to accommodate emergencies, holidays and participate in schedule, hold over, and/or call out overtime assignments.

Qualifications

• Electrical/instrumentation background, with a minimum of a 2-year technical degree and 5 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Must be qualified to work on all electrical equipment from 24VDC to 5 KV.
• Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings, instrument indexes, and computerized data archives

Benefits:

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

Join us as we strive for to maintain a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for all!