Machine Maintenance I

Fenner Precision Polymers•Wilmington, NC

About The Position

Provides full maintenance support coverage for all manufacturing departments as needed. This role involves performing scheduled maintenance, diagnosing and repairing equipment failures, and implementing changes to improve equipment reliability. The position requires supporting production, determining materials for repairs, and utilizing skills in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Communication and teamwork are essential, as is the ability to manage projects and assist with contractor oversight. The role also involves using ERP systems for requisitions and purchase orders, and maintaining company values. Specific tasks include assisting the engineering group with design and fabrication, training and mentoring other maintenance associates, and troubleshooting automated equipment and controls. Higher levels of the role specialize in automated equipment development, installation, and repair, coordinating machinery purchases, and providing electrical and automation expertise. The highest level schedules maintenance programs, performs preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex equipment, and troubleshoots difficult problems.

Requirements

At least 2 years’ experience performing troubleshooting and repair of industrial equipment including related mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
Motion controls and electrical wiring knowledge, required.
Mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic knowledge, required.
Six Sigma Yellow Belt required.

Nice To Haves

PC literacy in basic MS Office applications and AutoCAD, preferred.
ISA Certified Automation Professional, a plus.
Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all responsibilities in a safe manner using the Take 5 system for all non-standard work.
Perform scheduled maintenance activities on all processing equipment.
Diagnose and repair equipment failures.
Recommend and implement changes that will improve equipment reliability.
Support production as needed.
Determine material required for necessary repairs.
Utilize skills and knowledge in performance of daily repairs (electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic of processing equipment).
Inform department supervisor/manager of diagnosis, approximate repair time and assistance required for specific project/department.
Follow all procedures such as lockout/tag out and safety procedures.
Complete all jobs in an orderly manner.
Strive for breakdown recurrence prevention.
Communicate effectively with associates, managers, etc. (written and verbal).
Share information /issues with relevant personnel.
Contribute to the team effort by listening to and using good judgment of co-worker’s ideas; training associates as needed; accomplishing related results as needed.
Manage projects as assigned.
Assist in monitoring all contractors on site and that they follow all applicable rules.
Assist maintenance supervisor with job site preparation and ordering material.
Use ERP System to enter order requisition and check on purchase orders.
Willing to work overtime as needed.
Maintain and promote Fenner Precision Polymers’ values and behaviors at all times.
Performs all the tasks related to machinery outlined in Manufacturing Support Mechanic I.
Assist the engineering group with the design and fabrication of production equipment.
Able to train and mentor maintenance associates.
Assist manufacturing engineering with projects as needed.
Demonstrates an understanding of all product requirements and processing capabilities.
Is proficient in troubleshooting automated equipment and controls.
Performs all the tasks related to machinery outlined in Manufacturing Support Mechanic I & II.
Specializes in the development, installation and repair of automated equipment.
Coordinates and/or provides assistance with all machinery purchases, installations and upgrades.
Provides electrical and automation expertise during in-house machine builds, working with Engineering as required.
Designs electrical and automation systems for in-house machine builds.
Creates and maintains proper documentation of electrical schematics and control systems.
Coordinates outside vendors to provide assistance with maintenance and automation projects as needed.
Designs PLC and data collection programs, as needed.
Researches and applies new technologies to advance the manufacturing processes.
Ensures all equipment meets applicable safety requirements.
Performs all the tasks related to machinery outlined in Manufacturing Support Mechanic I & II & III.
Schedules maintenance programs and processes for an assigned plant production facility.
Performs preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex production equipment and systems.
Troubleshoots and diagnoses the more complex equipment problems.
Evaluates the need for replacement parts and places orders for needed tools.
Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions.
Attend required EHS training.
Wear the required PPE at all times.
Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations.
Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place.
STOP WORK when imminent danger is present.
Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.