Maintenance Technician

Job Summary
Responsible for providing maintenance needs to the production floor to keep all machines and the plant running smoothly each day.

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Checks in every morning with the plant manager on the day's schedule.
• Responsible for preventive maintenance and up-keep of all molding equipment. This includes all machinery and support equipment necessary to maintain the production process (i.e. - molding machines, grinders, thermolators, chillers, conveyor systems, loading equipment, drying equipment and anything else that aids and supports the production process).
• Responsible for preventive maintenance and upkeep of all equipment in auxiliary departments, i.e. tool room and finishing.
• Must be able to fill out paperwork required in the maintenance department (i.e. - work orders, charts, etc.). Must be able to do all computer entry, involving preventative maintenance scheduling, inventories, etc.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating the company’s business systems maintenance program.
• Must display a positive attitude toward his/her job and fellow colleagues at E-S Plastic Products, Inc.
• Responsible for making decisions involving production equipment as to necessary requirements for proper repair.
• Assist with part ordering and any other decisions required in daily schedule.
• Handle quoting and vendor relationships for parts, supplies, machine manufacturers, and maintaining equipment.
• Assist with general building maintenance needs and partner with outside services where and when needed (e.g., plumbing, HVAC, etc.).
• Participate and/or lead projects for continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience as a maintenance technician, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Previous injection molding experience preferred
• Previous plumbing experience
• Must be familiar with industrial electricity and use of a multimeter
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams
• General Fabrication skills cutting, welding and brazing
• Proficient use of measuring devices calipers, micrometers, bore gages etc.
• Technical training a plus
• Mechanical aptitude
• Math skills
• Computer skills
• Excellent personal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of employees
• Strong organizational skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Dependable and reliable

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to safely lift 60 pounds or more
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Able to work in an environment where the temperature may fluctuate
• Able to safely get on and off company vehicles and lifts

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