Maintenance Technician

Brief Description

The Maintenance Technician will ensure efficient and dependable operation of machinery and equipment. Troubleshoots repairs and performs preventative maintenance on plant equipment, machines, systems and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Improves and modifies equipment and systems to optimize production efficiency, productivity and quality.
• Assists with Tool and die development and run off - plumbing and pipefitting production and prototype dies.
• Installs new equipment to specifications as directed.
• Ensures operation of repaired or new equipment by using customer requirements, manufacturer's instructions and technical knowledge.
• Documents actions by completing work orders and maintenance logs.
• Understands and actively complies with all safety requirements and policies and practices. Maintains safe and clean working environment.

Job Specific Competencies

• Basic Computer skills
• Possess strong analytical aptitude
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software
• Customer focused
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and to work in dynamic business environment; Adaptable to change
• Self-motivated and results oriented; Ability to use judgement and make decisions independently
• Teamwork oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills

Education and Professional Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required and formal technical training and/or experience in industrial/equipment maintenance
• At least five (5+) years of maintenance experience required
• Press repair and hydraulic troubleshooting experience preferred
• Experience in the stamping press industry
• Experience should include: troubleshooting, electronic testing, problem solving, production repairs, equipment maintenance and installation, pipefitting, welding, PLC’s, CNC benders, Laser equipment, automated welding equipment, fabrication and machine shop equipment use
• High level of aptitude in a broad range of maintenance fields with a working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical and electronic systems

miscellaneous

• Fluent in English with advanced reading and writing skills
• German Language skills would be a plus
• Visa holders/English as Second Language (ESL) individuals must take TOEFL exam and score above passing grade.