Maintenance Technician

POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for operational condition and performance of the facility and equipment used in the production of technical foam rubber. Technicians work as part of a team or independently while complying with all OSHA and facility safety requirements (lock out/tag out, confined space, welding safety, etc). Job Specific Tasks Read and interpret detailed mechanical, electrical, and PLC ladder logic blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs. Use common hand and power tools; work with specialized equipment and electronic devices used in basic troubleshooting and repair. Perform routine preventive maintenance without supervision, including inspection of mechanical and electrical equipment, making minor adjustments, and performing other advanced maintenance tasks. Diagnose more complicated equipment failures of mechanical and electrical devices; troubleshoot, repair, and install equipment, facilities, and parts as required. Perform diagnostics and related repair work on critical facility equipment, including extruders, ovens, mixers, granulators, and their subsystems and components. Perform instrument calibrations with minimal assistance; basic ability to work with PLC systems and programmable software. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED required. 2-3 years of related job experience is preferred. Basic computer skills preferred (MS Excel, MS Word). The M2 position requires certificates of completion in the following courses: Instrumentation 2; PLC-2; PLC-3; Hydraulic Control-1; Hydraulic Control-2; AC Machines-Motor Control 1; Motor Control 2; Pneumatic Control 1; Pneumatic Control 2; DC Machines-Motor Control; and Motor Control 2. Or other courses approved by Maintenance Manager and HR Department. #J-18808-Ljbffr