Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Repair and maintain all production related machinery and physical Plant.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Performs preventative maintenance according to established procedures;
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Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues on molding and lining department machinery and auxiliary support equipment (e.g. presses, lining/assembly machines, chillers, cooling towers, un-winders, spinning bowls, etc.);
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Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on molding and lining department machinery and auxiliary support equipment (e.g. presses, lining/assembly machines, chillers, cooling towers, un-winders, spinning bowls, etc.);
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Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic issues on molding machines;
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Contact outside resources to help with troubleshooting and obtain part numbers;
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Notify supervisor of part numbers for low inventory stock or parts needed for repairs;
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Perform mold and lining tool changes when necessary;
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Adjust lining machine vision systems when necessary;
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Performs and completes necessary documentation for daily, weekly, and monthly PMs, safety checks, and troubleshooting/repairs;
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Follows and adheres to all safety rules and procedures such as lock out / tag out and arch flash;
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Welds and/or Fabricates parts (e.g. guards, tooling components) for machines as needed;
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Continually increases skills through education and training;
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Familiarizes themselves with all equipment on the production floor including its purpose, use, and function;
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Must be competent in operation of aerial lifts, motorized pallet jacks and forklifts;
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Assist engineering on projects as needed and directed by supervisor;
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Performs other duties that may be assigned;
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Responsible for following all Food Safety and GMP related policies and procedures;
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Responsible for following all Safety Rules, polices, procedures and work instructions.
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Backup: Off-shift Maintenance
Requirements:
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
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High School diploma or equivalent;
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Fork lift certification.
EXPERIENCE:
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Hands on experience in pneumatics, basic electricity and mechanical devices, usage of hand and power tools, measuring devices, welding, surface grinders, lathe;
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Ability to read and understand assembly diagrams, electrical and pneumatic symbols and diagrams, and blueprints/schematics.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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Pushing or Pulling (0-5 lbs. typically 0-15% of the day) – tools; (5-60+ lbs. typically 15-40% of the day) parts, tool box
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Lifting or Carrying (0-1 lbs. typically >70% of the day) – tools, parts; (1-60 lbs. typically 0-40% of the day)
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Simple grasping (15-40%)
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Firm grasping (15-40%)
EQUIPMENT USED:
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Hand and power tools, fork lift, surface grinders, precision measuring equipment, welders, lathe, milling machine, personal computer, phone, calculator, copier, printer, scissors.
CONTACTS:
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Management, Maintenance Personnel, and Production Personnel.
SUPERVISION: