SUMMARY
The Maintenance Technician position focuses on the set up and operation of a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts. Fabricate and modify parts to maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. The position is critical in support of production needs through installing, repairing, replacing and maintaining a wide variety of electro-mechanical equipment, fixtures and systems.
Work includes performing basic to advance machine shop fabrication, advanced troubleshooting on a wide variety of printing and finishing equipment, preventative maintenance, special projects, maintaining adequate parts and supplies and general building maintenance support.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Read and understand mechanical drawings in support of day-to-day responsibilities.
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Machine parts to specifications from drawings, supplied samples or guidance from engineering staff using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, or grinders.
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Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
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Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
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Troubleshoots mechanical equipment and systems requiring the isolation of the malfunction, disassembly of equipment and repair/replacement of parts and components.
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Install repaired parts into equipment, or install new equipment.
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Reviews work requests for mechanical repairs and maintenance, determines nature of problem, and recommends appropriate solution. Prioritizes the repair of equipment to minimize unscheduled downtime. May be called upon to perform work outside of normal schedule shift.
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Conducts preventive maintenance inspections and performs required preventive maintenance as assigned.
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Routinely observe equipment operation to ensure equipment is operated to manufacturer specifications and generally accepted practices.
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Act professionally as the Ashton Potter facility maintenance liaison with equipment vendors and contractors.
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Perform tasks safely and in accordance with Ashton Potter health &safety, attendance and other company policies and procedures. Inform supervision of unsafe conditions or practices.
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Keep work area clean and organized.
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Work independently and use time effectively.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must have strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
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Experience in the operation of general shop metal work equipment, milling machines, lathe, and grinders…
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Knowledge of generally accepted manufacturing maintenance practices, processes and concepts.
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Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings.
- This position requires an ongoing need to learn and support new manufacturing systems in support of the business growth plans.
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Successful candidate will be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and use their time effectively, safely and without injury.
- Successful candidate will have a great sense of curiosity and enjoy solving mechanical and electrical problems in a high volume, industrial manufacturing environment.
EDUCATION and/ or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience using typical tools of the trade (lathe and milling machines, etc.).
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Experience in the maintenance of printing and finishing equipment, including offset and envelope presses, sheet variable imaging lines, packaging systems and other basic print finishing equipment is preferred.
