Maintenance Technician

Heliene•Rogers, MN

4d•$23 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians will provide maintenance and performance support for large production machinery. Tasks will include basic preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and reporting. Incumbents will need to determine the severity of damaged machine parts to determine whether major repairs are necessary while maintaining a safe work environment. Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position will oversee all physical aspects of production equipment and include various tasks required by other departments to achieve higher quality, productivity, and better safety.

Requirements

Degree from a vocational or community college with related coursework on electrical, mechanical, or equivalent education with preferred three (3) years' experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Thorough understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations as they pertain to plant operation and maintenance.
Ability to understand and operate the systems and equipment used at the facility.
Ability to perform and analyze various system checks.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring.
Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment.
Mechanically inclined with great analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Must complete record check and drug screening prior to employment.
Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the production facility.
Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring.
Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.

Responsibilities

Implement the preventative maintenance program for production machinery and equipment as directed by the Manager.
Identify and analyze equipment or machinery failures and take corrective actions.
Ensure the facilities’ equipment and machines are maintained properly and are working correctly.
Repair and troubleshoot pneumatic and electrically controlled systems.
Become proficient within all areas of the production line.
Thoroughly clean machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
Identify the cause of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
Make necessary modifications and implement test runs.
Prepares reports documenting work performed, reports and records of damaged, worn, or broken parts.
Supports the development of internal SOPs as well as manuals and guides for other departments on equipment.