Maintenance Process Tech

ABB•Senatobia, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Process Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production equipment and manufacturing processes to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role works closely with Maintenance, Process Engineering, Production, Quality, and HSE teams to minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control-related equipment troubleshooting skills.
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, RCM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strong communication skills.
Commitment to safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
Ability to identify and report unsafe conditions.
Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Ability to respond promptly to equipment issues and production needs.
Ability to prioritize maintenance activities based on business and operational needs.
Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks.
Ability to complete work accurately and on schedule.
Ability to maintain high standards of workmanship.
Ability to share technical knowledge.
Ability to use data, equipment history, downtime information, and root cause analysis.
Ability to perform maintenance work to established engineering, quality, and safety standards.
Ability to maintain accurate documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with equipment vendors and contractors.
Experience training and mentoring less-experienced technicians.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and manufacturing systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control-related equipment issues.
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions to minimize downtime and restore equipment to reliable operation.
Partner with Process Engineers and Production teams to identify equipment and process issues and implement sustainable solutions.
Support equipment start-ups, installations, commissioning, modifications, and process improvements.
Analyze recurring equipment failures and perform root cause analysis to eliminate repeat breakdowns.
Support Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) strategies and continuous improvement activities to increase equipment reliability and availability.
Execute preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules and ensure accurate completion of work orders.
Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, cycle time, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment history, and documentation in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Assist with developing and updating standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, troubleshooting guides, and equipment documentation.
Work with equipment vendors and contractors to troubleshoot complex equipment issues and support equipment improvements.
Maintain proper inventory and availability of critical spare parts, tools, and maintenance materials.
Provide technical support and knowledge transfer to other maintenance technicians and production personnel.
Train and mentor less-experienced technicians on equipment operation, troubleshooting, maintenance practices, and safe work procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production targets while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and reliability.
Demonstrate a commitment to working safely and ensuring that safety is never compromised for production.
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
Identify and report unsafe conditions and immediately address hazards within the scope of responsibility.
Stop work when an unsafe condition exists and communicate concerns to leadership and HSE.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Lead by example and promote a strong safety culture across Maintenance and Production.
Support Production as an internal customer by responding promptly to equipment issues and production needs.
Maintain a strong sense of urgency when addressing equipment failures and operational disruptions.
Build positive working relationships with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other support teams.
Understand production requirements and prioritize maintenance activities based on business and operational needs.
Take ownership of assigned equipment, maintenance activities, and corrective actions from identification through completion.
Complete preventive maintenance and work orders accurately and on schedule.
Follow through on identified problems and ensure permanent corrective actions are implemented.
Maintain high standards of workmanship and equipment reliability.
Be accountable for the quality, safety, and effectiveness of completed maintenance work.
Work effectively with Maintenance Technicians, Senior Technicians, Process Engineers, Production, Quality, and HSE teams.
Share technical knowledge and best practices with team members.
Support a culture where employees work together to solve problems and achieve common goals.
Communicate equipment issues, risks, and improvement opportunities clearly and professionally.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, safety, and production efficiency.
Use data, equipment history, downtime information, and root cause analysis to drive improvement.
Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, RCM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Recommend process and equipment modifications that reduce downtime, maintenance costs, and recurring failures.
Challenge existing processes and seek innovative solutions to improve overall equipment performance.
Perform maintenance work to established engineering, quality, and safety standards.
Ensure equipment is returned to production in a safe, reliable, and properly functioning condition.
Support quality investigations involving equipment or process-related issues.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure maintenance activities meet established standards.
Continuously develop technical knowledge and skills through training and hands-on experience.
Stay current with new technologies, equipment, controls, automation, and maintenance best practices.
Support cross-training and knowledge-sharing among maintenance personnel.
Demonstrate a willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new responsibilities as business needs evolve.