Maintenance Tech 1 Plant

Jet Polymer•Fort Payne, AL

43d

About The Position

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact. Responsibilities Summary: Performs the preventive and reactive maintenance duties required for the manufacturing operations of the plant. Priorities of the Maintenance Technician include the execution of PM schedules, repair of any equipment that is needed to maintain maximum production rates and maintenance of an adequate spare parts inventory. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends as required and fulfill on-call duties for repairs and assistance. This is a 12hr shift.

Requirements

General experience using Electrical Test equipment: Voltmeter, Ammeter, ohm meter, Megger & etc.…
Understanding basic machine function and Sequence of Operations of production machinery.
General experienced in reading Electrical, pneumatics and mechanical drawings.
Basic knowledge of NEC, UL508A and NFPA 79 codes.
Lock Out Tag Out Safety procedures.
Arc Flash and PPE Requirements
General industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing and pneumatic skills including troubleshooting
Strong ability with time management and task prioritization skills o Understanding of electrical formulas and mechanical math.
Knowledge of 3 Phase Industrial wiring and power distribution
AC & DC Drive / Motor PMs, wiring, programming & troubleshooting.
Troubleshoot PLC I/O and networking.
Motion Training with Servo Drives and Motors.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and communicate to other plant personnel as well as company resources and vendors
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word
Experience in Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
High School / Vocational School Diploma or Equivalent - Required
+2 years Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Systems and Controls
The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds to a height of 6 feet
The employees will be working specified shifts, and moving around at all times which will require the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours
Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so the employee must have the ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
The employee will be handling materials daily, which requires the ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods
The Position requires full range of body motion, on a daily basis, including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles

Nice To Haves

Technician level - Electrical, hydraulics, pneumatic - Preferred
Basic PLC and Drive training - Preferred
Plastic process knowledge.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and perform repairs on machines and their controls (extruders, corrugators, extrusion die, DC /AC motor & drives, downstream equipment, chillers & etc.…).
Maintain and build job skills through company training programs.
Contact, specify, and order replacement parts & control components from supplier as needed.
Effectively contribute to CMMS performance through timely PM & Repair Work Order completion while ensuring compliance.
1st responder to troubleshooting machine problems, contact Electrical Engineering if additional support is needed.
Work with Production Staff to ensure the safe and reliable operation of plant equipment.
Help develop and implement Continuous Improvement projects to improve production efficiencies and Safety.
Support Daily Management directives and initiatives.

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