Industrial Maintenance 1st shift

XL Specialized Trailers•Manchester, IA

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance employee ensures the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, locating problems, removing and inspecting defective parts, adjusting equipment, and fabricating repair parts. The role also maintains equipment and supply inventories, prepares maintenance reports, keeps technical knowledge current, documents and communicates work, and follows safety procedures while wearing proper personal protective equipment. The position supports continuous process improvement at XL Specialized Trailers by leading and participating in projects such as lean, 5-S, and Kaizen, and performs other tasks assigned to support and improve operations. There are no supervisory responsibilities. The employee works under direct supervision and keeps their manager informed of progress, potential problems, and future implications. The role involves regular public contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment or related education.
Maintain a valid driver's license.
Ability to plan ahead and organize and manage multiple priorities.
Problem analysis and problem resolution skills at a functional level.
Strong customer orientation.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to company values.
Computer literacy.
Ability to routinely lift 25 pounds, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work overtime, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

Complete preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines, following diagrams, manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and locate problems by observing equipment, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
Dismantle devices to remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examine the form and texture of parts.
Inspect used parts and determine changes in dimensional requirements using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
Reduce downtime by informing production workers about routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories; check stock, anticipate needs, place and expedite orders, and verify receipt.
Use equipment and supplies efficiently to conserve maintenance resources.
Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and establishing personal networks.
Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to maintain continuity among work teams.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations and wearing proper personal protective equipment.
Identify and anticipate safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions.
Contribute to team effort by completing related work as needed.
Lead and participate in continuous process improvement projects, including lean, 5-S, and Kaizen.
Perform other tasks assigned to support and improve XL Specialized Trailers operations.