Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Maintenance Tech - 2nd ShiftPurpose of the Role Under general supervision, performs moderately complex maintenance related to operations, machinery equipment and automation systems like PLC programming. Provides input to proposed manufacturing equipment. Modifies, rebuilds and installs capital equipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Checks the operation of machines and trouble-shoots electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, equipment and automation problems. Performs complex preventative and predictive maintenance on machines and equipment using various tools and equipment. Trouble-shoots electrical and electronic controls on manufacturing equipment for rebuilding, repairing or fabricating purposes. Diagnoses and resolves PLC issues using ladder logic and text based logic programs and familiarity with robotics. Modifies and rebuilds manufacturing equipment to meet new machine requirements or production demands with engineering support. Provides input to proposed manufacturing equipment. Installs capital equipment. Understands and interprets electronic schematics for trouble-shooting electronic equipment with minimal assistance. Maintains work orders on a daily and weekly basis. Documents all machine preventative, predictive and/or maintenance repairs clearly and concisely for historical and future maintenance purposes. Follow safety regulations and adhering to OSHA and Cal OSHA standards. Familiarity with electronic component's PLC, AC/DC Motor, relays, drives, and VFD which control the automation of manufacturing equipment. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Advance knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic processes and repair methods/techniques. Must understand PLC ladder logic and text based logic programs within control systems for manufacturing equipment. Intermediate to advance skills in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics and/or blueprints as well as technical product specifications to understand and identify standard manufacturing parts. In addition must be able to read safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to train others in the maintenance of machines and continuous learning and application of maintenance techniques/methods. Organize and prioritize work orders while meeting deadlines to minimize production downtime with a high-level of accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ability to deal with problems/issues involving some variation in standardized situations. Work under direct supervision and independently and foster a cooperative spirit within a large and/or small team. Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite to execute e-mails, word documents Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma and 5 years' experience in an automation environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience that together with experience and training, enables the applicant to demonstrate the required knowledge and experience. Electromechanical (required) Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to work under demanding requirements and hard deadlines (e.g. product deliverables). Must be able to work extended hours per the demands of the business