Job Function:
This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines and equipment such as metal fabricating, machine tools, material-handling system and automated lubrication system, assuring that equipment and machinery are in proper operating condition to maximize production and minimize down time. This position is also responsible for general building maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities (included but not limited to):
- Complete periodic machine tool preventive maintenance to ensure machine availability and reliability performance.
- Troubleshoot, repair and overhaul electrical/mechanical systems like pumps, gearboxes, ball screws, slide assemblies and other drive mechanisms.
- Knowledge of all standard measuring equipment including the proper use of micrometers, calipers and dial indicators.
- Ability to complete fabrication projects from drawings by using tool room equipment, such as engine lathe, milling machine, drill press and welding equipment.
- Perform installation and set-up of new equipment as necessary.
- Operate forklift when required.
- Must be able to work with CMMS system to record work orders and preventative maintenance schedules.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment including identification of unsafe conditions.
- May perform diagnosis/repair on low voltage and control circuits (less than 240 VAC).
- May disassemble and assemble electrical wires, connections, conduit, motors, controls, etc. on de-energized machinery/equipment and facility.
- Performs continuous improvement (lean) activities as may be assigned or required.
- Performs other duties and assignments as scheduled and/or required.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment performing repairs to machinery, basic equipment and general facility maintenance.
- High School Diploma or GED minimum.
- Experience with CNC machine repair is highly preferred.
- Must possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with hand tools (welding, wrenches, etc.) in mechanically oriented situations.
- Good working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, construction, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Ability to read, write and to follow detailed written instructions.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand, sit, bend and move freely about the plant.
- At a minimum, steel toed or composite shoes and ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields are required.
