Maintenance Technician (Thu-Sat; 430p-5a)
About The Position
The primary function of this position is to safely maintain and improve equipment and process conditions to enable above-goal equipment efficiency in a cat litter manufacturing site. In this role, you will: · Use structured problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including fillers, case packers, robotics, gear boxes, seals, bearings, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and conveyors. · Use structured problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment including motors, servos, motor control centers, variable speed drives, photo eyes, barcode scanners, proximity switches and transformers. · Support IM Pillar processes by participation in FI’s, Kaizens and IM Pillar team · Originate and help implement small turn-key electrical / mechanical projects. · Proactively conduct equipment inspections and perform required preventive maintenance duties in accordance with recommended schedules. · Replace worn components before equipment breakdown occurs. · Drives root cause analysis on breakdowns (Breakdown Elimination) and promotes prevention of reoccurrence. · Work with technical department and other cross functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability and minimize equipment downtime. · Assist in creation and presentation of all standard maintenance best practices and help to educate plant personnel in those practices. · Attend daily meeting to help convey actions being taken against downtime events. · Perform daily walkthrough of area observing, documenting and scheduling repair of any safety related problems as well as equipment abnormalities. · Support, promote, and utilize computerized maintenance management system for all documentation and scheduling of events, and tracking of inventoried spares. · Work independently and in a team environment while following safe and proper procedures with a high degree of quality, cleanliness, structure and reliability. · Help ensure good communication of issues across shift change. · Is responsible for safety and quality of own work and compliance of all company procedures and policies. · Operates welder, drill press, cutoff saw, band saw, and other maintenance machinery and tools · Operates aerial lift and scissor lift at heights to complete work.
Requirements
- Advanced understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanics
- Basic to advanced understanding of electrical systems
- Capable of operating hand, power, and specialized tools
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
- Ability to work any shift.
- Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of SAP PM preferred
Responsibilities
- Use structured problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including fillers, case packers, robotics, gear boxes, seals, bearings, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and conveyors.
- Use structured problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment including motors, servos, motor control centers, variable speed drives, photo eyes, barcode scanners, proximity switches and transformers.
- Support IM Pillar processes by participation in FI’s, Kaizens and IM Pillar team
- Originate and help implement small turn-key electrical / mechanical projects.
- Proactively conduct equipment inspections and perform required preventive maintenance duties in accordance with recommended schedules.
- Replace worn components before equipment breakdown occurs.
- Drives root cause analysis on breakdowns (Breakdown Elimination) and promotes prevention of reoccurrence.
- Work with technical department and other cross functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability and minimize equipment downtime.
- Assist in creation and presentation of all standard maintenance best practices and help to educate plant personnel in those practices.
- Attend daily meeting to help convey actions being taken against downtime events.
- Perform daily walkthrough of area observing, documenting and scheduling repair of any safety related problems as well as equipment abnormalities.
- Support, promote, and utilize computerized maintenance management system for all documentation and scheduling of events, and tracking of inventoried spares.
- Work independently and in a team environment while following safe and proper procedures with a high degree of quality, cleanliness, structure and reliability.
- Help ensure good communication of issues across shift change.
- Is responsible for safety and quality of own work and compliance of all company procedures and policies.
- Operates welder, drill press, cutoff saw, band saw, and other maintenance machinery and tools
- Operates aerial lift and scissor lift at heights to complete work.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
- Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
- Flexible work environment, depending on your role
- Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
- Half-day Fridays, depending on your location
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
