• Effectively and concisely troubleshoot equipment upsets/abnormalities.
• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of production machinery and equipment using hand tools, power tools, etc.
• Perform maintenance and repair of production machinery and equipment malfunctions across all areas and in all stages of the process using hand tools, power tools, etc.:
  • Inspect and listen to sounds of machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions and utilize necessary troubleshooting criteria
  • Dismantle machines and equipment using hand and power tools
  • Measure and cut thread and replace piping, flanges, etc.
  • Assemble and test-run machines and equipment
  • Operate metal working tools such as lathe and drill press
  • Measure and correct shaft misalignment
  • Maintain production machinery and equipment, performing tasks such as replacing gaskets, packing and mechanical seals, bearings, etc.
  • Replace bearing using hand and power tools
  • Repair gearboxes and compressors
  • Make on-the-job measurements using instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
  • Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic/pneumatic system malfunctions
• Follow and comply with Multi Skill Maintenance Agreements and Quality Maintenance Material Guidelines.
• Update equipment records by submitting work order comments, stores modification, etc.
• Perform specified equipment inspection, compare findings with acceptance criteria and document findings.
• Perform predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance.
• Coordinate and/or perform housekeeping and safety monitoring and ensure adequate follow-up, as required.
• Follow all Standard Operating and Business Procedures, Safety, Environmental, and Quality Guidelines, Plant Standards and Codes including the development of Procedures in job classification.
• Safely assist with other maintenance craftwork when needed.
• Participate in area and business improvement activities, quality, mechanical integrity, and environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance activities.
• Train and guide other employees in the assigned areas and receive training as necessary.
• Participate in teams and group based activities focused on continuous improvements, consistent with Management and Contractual needs and objectives.
• Participate and provide input, on a voluntary basis, into Manager and Leader/Supervisor annual performance evaluations through anonymous processes consistent with contractual requirements.
• Properly fill, label, and position all hazardous and non-hazardous waste in identified storage/pickup areas.
• Enter, retrieve, document, communicate, and analyze data (i.e., process, inventory, maintenance, quality, safety, environmental, etc.), using computer application programs (i.e., Profs, TSW). New application programs are planned and would be part of this job.
• Understand, initiate, review, approve, and apply change control.
• Perform other tasks as necessary within skills and training to support the manufacturing and sale of products.

The following are required for the role

• Written and verbal skills to communicate and applicable math skills.
• Ability to pass a qualifying test and maintain journeyman status in machinery repair craftspersonship and maintenance services.
• Knowledge and experience in installing and maintaining mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical techniques, methods, and procedures including, but not limited to:
  • Read blueprints
  • Machining tools
  • Vibration analysis and computer alignment
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and solve mechanical problems from experience and knowledge of the equipment as well as knowledge of what resources are available for troubleshooting and where to get them.
• Proficiency in the use of maintenance crafts equipment and tools and material handling equipment such as, but not limited to: marklift, hand tools, power tools, test equipment, etc. as required.
• General knowledge of chemicals and their general properties.
• Knowledge and application of safety, environmental, maintenance and quality guidelines, standards, codes, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively utilize personal and mainframe computers, as applicable.
• Ability to train and guide other employees in the assigned areas.
• Ability to work heights and in enclosed spaces.
• Valid drivers license required to drive a plant transport vehicle (i.e., automobile/van, pickup truck, flatbed).
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, with or without accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, climb, twist, turn, grasp, and move about the facility. Walking, walking on irregular surfaces, and balancing is required. Hearing, sight to include depth perception and color vision, and the ability to speak clearly will be required. Occasional lifting, moving up to 50 lbs., and the ability to comply with Personal Protective Equipment requirements (ability to pass a fit-test and wear a respirator is required for certain positions/locations).

The environment for this position is a Manufacturing setting, with exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noise. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.