Maintenance Lead Days

ITW•Ottawa, KS

1d•$33 - $39

About The Position

The Maintenance Lead coordinates and or performs work involving two or more maintenance skills to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or structure of an establishment in repair.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Technical or vocational training in maintenance related fields is preferred
Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing or industrial setting
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
Proficient in reading technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams
Experience with PLCs and other manufacturing control systems is an advantage
Knowledge of Extrusion Molding machines and their functions are preferred
5 years of industrial manufacturing experience
Experience in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical systems
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Lift and carry 50 pounds
Bend, turn and lift while performing the job
Climb stairs
Work on scissor lifts at heights of 20 feet
Stand for 8 hours, with appropriate break times.
Ability to work around hot items
Possess the knowledge of lock out, tag out (LOTO)
Use the correct personal protected equipment (PPE) while performing maintenance tasks
Participate in safety training programs and follow safe work practices at all times

Responsibilities

Support the implementation of safety protocols and ensure compliance with all safety regulations
Coordinate the planned work schedule with manager and directs daily activities of maintenance personnel to ensure that equipment is repaired and maintained properly and in a timely manner.
Reviews with manager the status of the department’s performance including adherence to budget, equipment downtime, response time to calls, etc.
Diagnoses problems with existing maintenance equipment, trains and other maintenance personnel in diagnosing the problems with existing equipment/machinery.
Orders parts as necessary to maintain proper levels of parts inventory and/or efficient operation of production processes.
Directs maintenance personnel as required, including vacation approval process and paid days off and other job duties as specifically delegated in the absence of the manager.
Conduct routine Preventive Maintenance and inspection of manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns
Diagnose and troubleshoot Mechanical, Electrical and Pneumatic issues with Extrusion Molding machinery
Ability to read electrical, mechanical and pneumatics schematics
Perform repairs and replacement of faulty components to keep machine operating efficiently
Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment
Must be able to document work requests, work orders, and machinery failures for machines and equipment using computer maintenance management system (CMMS)
Must be able to Utilize electrical measuring instruments to solve electrical issues
Possess the knowledge and understanding of Industrial electrical wiring and 3 phase systems up to 480 Volts
Possess the knowledge and understanding of process controls
Knowledgeable of A/C and D/C motors and controls
Understands PLC process controls
Maintains chiller system, maintains plant air supply system, maintain resin delivery system, record and maintain spare part usage
Knowledgeable in operating machine shop equipment: o Milling machines, Lathes, Welding o Surface Grinders o Drill press o Band saw