Condition Inspector

''•Othello, WA

12h•$29 - $49

About The Position

To perform predictive maintenance safely and effectively by using advanced inspection and testing techniques to ensure equipment is in reliable operating condition to achieve factory reliability goals. Equipment includes compressors, turbines, electric motors, air blowers and pumps.

Requirements

Completion of two-year technical degree related to maintenance technologies.
Must possess electrical knowledge, electrical and instrumentation technical school credits, OJT, or previous experience with demonstrated competency.
Must have or obtain before any step increase Variable Frequency Drive training or CE coursework.
Must have or obtain before any step increase Level 1 and Level 2 Vibration Analysis certification (ISO standard).
Must have or obtain before any step increase Level 1 and Level 2 structural/airborne Ultrasound certification (ASNT standard).
Must have or obtain before any step increase Level 1 and Level 2 Infrared Thermography certification (ASNT standard).
Must have or obtain in before any step increase Lubrication Technician certification (equivalent to ICML MLT Level 1) (ASNT standard).
Must obtain Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration Systems certification.
Experience or training on working safely with 480-volt 3-phase power. Basic knowledge of power distribution, control wiring, and other related components. Basic understanding of how PLCs function. Basic understanding of VFD functionality and servo or process controllers. Basic electrical troubleshooting and one-for-one component replacement skills. May include acknowledging and interpreting basic VFD faults. This position is not intended to include PLC, VFD, servo, or instrumentation installation or programming.

Responsibilities

Promotes and adheres to company safety work rules and regulations.
Support Reliability Engineer to expand the application of initiative-taking condition inspection principles throughout the plant.
Assists with identifying production line operational inefficiencies and suggests improvements.
Demonstrates comfort with work in a team environment.
Assists in providing training of employees in the department.
Plans workload consistent with support for all activities underway in area of responsibility and makes provision for alternate tasks when roadblocks are met.
Demonstrates comfort with computer software to enter data and values to make operational programming changes.
Work in a safe manner and utilize personal protective equipment and observe safety measures including Lock Out/Tag Out procedures to insure personal and safety of others.
Proactively follow all PPE requirements, including fire-rated uniforms.
Completes safety documents as assigned including BOS, JSA, and others as required.
Documents work resulting in changes to machine function and repairs of a machine in logs and on schematics.
Documents work in the computerized maintenance system (SAP/Prometheus). Will have the ability to create notifications and orders as needed as well as find assigned scheduled work. Can locate parts using CMMS.
Conducts periodic vibration measurements of all rotating and reciprocating machines as assigned in accordance with schedule, including recording operating variables and data required for the diagnosis of machine performance and the preparation for maintenance programs. Prepares reports for recommendations with problem cases.
Responsible for the overall development, care, and sustainment the written Condition Inspection programs to include reviewing, re-evaluating and re-developing program content and frequency as required.
Responsible for scheduling and execution of the Condition Inspection program.
Responsible for HACCP Food Safety Risk Assessment of identified problems.
Responsible to coordinate and align Condition Inspection Programs with McCain corporate initiatives and standards.
Support and assist in the maintenance process.
Conducts vibration analysis and establishes the first base line diagnostic of machine.
Collects vibration data from permanently installed vibration monitoring systems; compares overall vibration signals with pre-established alert levels and reports variances, as necessary.
Be the system owner and reduce maintenance downtime due to essential care of equipment.
Reduce maintenance cost by reducing failures due to reliability issues.
Perform Condition Inspection analysis on critical components and document in CMMS.
Participate in route cause analysis and adjust as required.
Maintain Condition Inspection Equipment tools in a clean and safe manner.
Must be willing to learn how to effectively operate Condition Inspection Tools.
Must be willing to learn and execute Condition Inspection practices including but not limited to Thermography, Ultrasonic Analysis, Alignment, Vibration Analysis, and balancing.
Must comply with GMP’s, Safety, and HACCP Best Operating Procedures.
Must be able and willing to promote continuous improvement of workplace safety.
Track, report and maintain a route compliance of 95%. (KPI)
Operates and understands the function of a forklift.
Reads calipers and dial indicators.
Communicates problems or changes in department to supervisor and appropriate personnel.
Attends and participates in all annual, departmental, and job specific required training and monthly informational meetings.
Understands and adheres to the concepts and techniques of the quality process to ensure a quality operation.
Keeps area clean and orderly in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
Helps to build and promote a strong “Teamwork” environment in each individual work group, the Factory, and the Company.
Participates in continuous improvement process.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Must adhere to the McCain Code of Conduct.
Employee is required to successfully complete the orientation and training provided during the first ninety- (90) days of employment.
Monday thru Friday (shutdown schedules may require weekend support)
Open, willing, and capable of completing further training, with some travel may be requirements. Training in the use of advanced tools (vibration, lubrication, thermography, etc.) is required.

Benefits

McCain offers full benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance. In addition, we offer other benefits including:
401k Retirement Plan
Health Spending Account/ HRA & Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption & Infertility Assistance, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Education Reimbursement Assistance
Apprenticeship, Internship, & Coop support and opportunities
Employee Family Assistance program
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Short & Long Term Disability