Maintenance Technician

Company Overview

B&B Manufacturing, LLC., a Solve IMG company, produces and distributes custom and standard synchronous drive products that include timing belts, timing belt pulleys, roller chain sprockets, gears and related parts for the power transmission and precision mechanical component industries. We supply distributors and manufacturers with thousands of various components. As we continue to scale, we are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician.

Benefits Overview

B&B offers competitive wages, a large insurance package, perfect attendance rewards, paid holidays, no waiting period for Paid Time Off, and a 401k retirement plan with company matching funds contributed to it. We also pay our employees to exercise and give them access to a near site health clinic for virtually FREE!

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Research, maintain, and repair all plant machinery, compressed air systems, washer, dryers, conveyors, electrical systems, automation systems, etc.
• Continuously develop and apply knowledge of tooling and related software to the maintenance and repair of all equipment
• Reviewing and understanding electrical schematics to assist in troubleshooting issues related to proper equipment function
• Develops preventative maintenance schedule for new equipment
• Collaborate with department managers/supervisors  to maintain operator preventative maintenance schedules
• Complete preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyors systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specification; troubleshooting malfunctions
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operations, listening for problems, using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices with hand and power tools, and examining form and texture of parts
• Repairs equipment and/or completes work orders assigned by Production Manager/Supervisors
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts using varies measuring instruments
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using various tools
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance and monitoring compliance
• Conserves maintenance resources by using plant instruments and equipment to make and necessary repairs
• Collaborate with department managers/supervisors to maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipate needed equipment, parts, and supplies; places orders needed items
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, establishing personal networks
• Develops and maintains a library of technical publications related to profiling equipment maintenance and optimization
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communication actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Provides responsive, expert support to Managers, Supervisors, and machine operators
• Guarantees the highest levels of safety in machine operation, product quality, maximized labor and equipment efficiencies and minimizes cost
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with and adhering to safety procedures, B&B policies, LOTO and required PPE
• Work weekends and overtime, as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Have at least 3 years maintenance work experience
• Self-motivated and positive attitude
• Strong aptitude for equipment repair
• Displays mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Knowledge of inverter drives, controllers, AC or DC power supplies
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, control logic, and mechanical drawings
• Possess basic knowledge of required codes
• Possess valid driver’s license
• Process driven mentality
• Ability to read, write, interpret, and verbally communicate technical instructions
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment as well as autonomously
• Ability to stand on hard surface for the entire work shift
• Ability to plan pro-actively and to meet strict deadlines or be able to communicate those that cannot be met

Abilities

• Good listening, problem sensitivity, quick response reaching time, arm-hand steadiness and rate control.
• Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining and entering accurate information in B&B ERP system.
• Analyzing information and evaluation results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Providing information to supervisors, co-workers via telephone, written form, e-mail or in person.
• The ability to meet strict deadlines or be able to communicate those that cannot be met.
• Must follow all safety procedures and policies as mandated by B&B.
• Ability to stand on hard surface for the entire work shift.
• Frequent walking.