Preventative Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift, Direct Hire (Columbia City, IN)
Position Overview
The preventative maintenance technician ensures optimal operation of plant machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment, and associated functions. This company has a diverse set of machines to be involved with material handling, agricultural, power generation, and defense industries. The role is full-time and provides full-time health / vision / dental benefits, PTO, etc. This role reports to the maintenance supervisor.
Work environment is within a 289,000 sq. ft. facility and is climate controlled!
Shifts Available:
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1st Shift, 10-12 hr. shifts (45 hrs./wk.)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Ensure your own safety by always using designated personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools designed and rated for the task(s), complying with safety regulations, and maintaining a clean and organized work space
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Report to work on time to support production startup and throughput goals
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Read and understand work instructions
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Repairing or replacing defective equipment or parts
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Performing preventive measures for safeguarding all machinery against any kind of degradation on and as needed basis
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Inspection, operation, and recording of maintenance work and their costs
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Cleaning and lubricating parts and / or machines as needed
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Maintaining overall cleanliness and proper functioning of the tool crib and maintenance areas as well as tools and other materials used
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Paint and repair physical building(s) as required and / or needed
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Using forklift, hand-lift, or other hoist equipment
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Using hand tools, electrical saws, drills, grinders, hydraulic, or pneumatic powered tools safely based on IOSHA and standard industry guidelines
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Reporting all equipment failures, machine guarding issues and /or other safety issues to CEO, and/or General Manager, or others that need to know as needed
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Loading or unloading materials manually off or onto pallets, platforms, skids, or lifting devices
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Consulting, working, and coordinating with supervisors, managers, equipment manufacturers, and employees as required
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Performing other duties as assigned
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Maintaining correct storage procedures and labeling for hazardous equipment, tools, gas, welding, compressed air tanks, and other materials as required
Required Skills and Abilities
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Willing and able to work past scheduled hours when necessary
- Must have good math, reading, and writing skills
- Good problem solving and root cause skill
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to articulate and comprehend complex environments
Works well alone and in a team environment
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Education and Experience
- 1 year experience using Lean Manufacturing Tools
- Knowledge and experience with forklifts; willing and able to receive forklift certification
- Valid Driver’s License
High School Diploma or equivalent
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Nice to Have
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Hands-on experience with CNC machines
