Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer & OperatorToray Advanced Composites (TAC) is a leading supplier of advanced composite materials for the aerospace, sporting goods, motor sport, and industrial markets. You will find our thermoset composite products on nearly every satellite, space launch vehicle, unmanned aircraft, military, and commercial aircraft in production today. TAC also provides composite materials to industrial and recreational applications including mountain bikes, medical prosthetics, and sports equipment.Our thermoplastic prepregs, known in the industry as Cetex, are found in a wide range of commercial and military aircrafts, including large wing structures and interior applications like seats and galleys. Our Cetex products are available in unidirectional tape or fabric form in a variety of engineered thermoplastic resins including PAEK, PEKK, PEEK, PPS, PEI as well as a full line of performance thermoplastics including Nylon, PET, HDPE, and PP.Summary Of FunctionsThe Maintenance Engineer & Operator (MEOP) serves as a critical on-site technical professional who bridges production operations and maintenance engineering. The role is responsible for ensuring stable equipment operation, consistent product quality and a safe working environment while proactively identifying and resolving equipment and process related issues. By combining operational ownership with first and second level maintenance capability, the MEOP directly contributes to maximizing productivity, equipment reliability and overall manufacturing excellence.Major Duties And Requirements1. Production OperationsOperate, monitor and control assigned manufacturing equipment in accordance with defined process parameters and product schedulesSet up and adjust operating conditions to ensure stable production, consistent quality and optimal throughputMonitor product quality, yield and process trends and take immediate corrective actions when deviations occurStrictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while actively identifying opportunities to improve work standards, efficiency and robustnessServe as the primary owner of assigned equipment during production shiftsWork Order and D365 and planning coordination2. Maintenance (First-to Second-Level Support)Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance (PM) and basic predictive maintenance activities to prevent unplanned downtimeDiagnose and troubleshoot minor to moderate mechanical, electrical or control-related issues in a timely and structured mannerConduct first-level failure analysis and implement temporary countermeasures to restore safe operationEscalate complex issues appropriately and collaborate closely with Maintenance Engineers, Process Engineers and equipment vendors as neededAccurately document maintenance activities, failures and corrective actions to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement3. Continuous Improvement & Technical ActivitiesAnalyze equipment downtime, defects and process losses using root cause analysis methods (eg, 5-Why, Fishbone, Pareto)Propose, lead and implement Kaizen initiatives to improve equipment reliability, productivity, safety and maintainabilityUtilize OEE, downtime and process data to identify loss drivers and improvement opportunitiesSupport equipment modifications, upgrades and new equipment installations, including commissioning and ramp-up supportActively contribute to cross-functional improvement teams and share best practices across lines of shifts4. Safety, Quality and ComplianceComply with all safety rules, procedures and regulations, including strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and energy isolation requirementsParticipate in risk assessments, hazard analyses and safety audits for equipment and processesPromptly report abnormalities, near-misses and unsafe conditions and actively support corrective and preventative actionsEnsure all work is performed in compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements and quality systems5. OtherPreparation (wrapping and labeling) of the product for processing, loading and unloading product from the equipmentTrain and mentor Production TechniciansProvide feedback to Supervisor or designee about operatorsPerform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designeeExperience And/Or Education RequirementsMinimum of high school diploma or equivalent5+ years of experience working with composites or productions department1 year of trainer experience required18 month to 2 years of Management experience preferredEffective communication skillsAbility to train, coach and support operators with assigned tasksStrong mechanical aptitudeMath and basic computer skills requiredAbility to convert grams to poundsMust be able to follow written and verbal instructions for machine operationMust be able to communicate clearly (written and verbally) in EnglishAble to work and communicate as a team and trainerMaintain work areas in a neat, orderly and safe mannerMust be capable of lifting up to 55 lbsMust be clean shaven in order to wear PPE/RespiratorExcellent attendance: ability to work overtime, weekends and off shifts when neededFundamental understanding of mechanical, electrical and process principles related to manufacturing equipmentAbility to respond calmly and logically to abnormal situations and equipment issues under time pressureStrong sense of ownership, accountability and teamwork in a manufacturing environmentWillingness to continuously learn and expand technical capabilities beyond traditional operator rolesHands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environmentAbility to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics and equipment manuals preferredBasic knowledge of PLCs, sensors, actuators and automated production systems preferredExperience with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies preferredParticipation in equipment startup, process transfer or industrialization project preferredHourly pay range: $25 - $40/hrToray Advanced Composites employment practices offer equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.