3rd Shift Maintenance Tech 3

Doskocil Mfg.•Arlington, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Maintenance Tech to join our dynamic team at Petmate. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing equipment repairs and preventative inspections on equipment as per procedures in a safe and professional manner as directed. The technician conducts diagnosis and identification of maintenance issues. They are responsible for equipment repairs with high levels of complexity, on site or in a maintenance workshop. This level of technician will take account the equipment, with knowledge of how modification of one element will have consequences on general operation. Completes necessary paperwork accurately and on time.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude to learn electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and associated equipment.
Must have experience reading a voltage meter and have motor control experience.
Knowledge of OSHA worksite and personal safety requirements.
Action and goal-oriented mindset.
Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in English.
Proven mechanical aptitude with experience in maintenance/repair of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and associated equipment.
Ability to perform basic functions on a computer.
HS Diploma/GED
Graduation from an industrial trade school is highly preferred
At least five years of previous experience in a manufacturing environment or relevant training from trade school or on the job training.
Maintenance experience within the plastics industry.

Responsibilities

Serves as the lead technician in diagnosing machine malfunctions and operating problems and helping fellow technicians to learn key attributes to diagnostics.
Defines and executes preventative maintenance plans on more complex pieces of equipment.
Read and interpret equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
Leads project teams related to installation of new machine tools or the relocation of existing machines. Also trains other team members on more complex maintenance processes.
Oversee parameter control on equipment in operation with measuring tools integrated to the equipment.
Monitor and adjust equipment settings (for example pulley or motor alignment), maintain breaking and safety device controls (sensors and circuit breakers) and conduct standard exchange replacement of more complex technology (controller cards, cylinders, pumps, engines, gears, bearings, etc.
Run-off surface descaling (cooling towers, chillers), etc.
Support chiller, tower maintenance, air compressors, loaders, material handling equipment, and thermolators controls.
Take the lead role in rebuilding and/or repairing equipment to ensure optimal uptime of a wide variety of machines.
Supports a culture of preventative maintenance by scheduling and proactively managing maintenance activities within CMMS.
Contributes guidance and mentorship to the larger Maintenance team in work-related events at staff meetings.
Other duties as assigned.