Maintenance Technician

Johnson Health Tech Companies•Sturtevant, WI

16d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Production Manager, the Maintenance Technician repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, heating and plumbing systems, electrical systems, pneumatic tools, welding equipment, power material-moving equipment, and other equipment used in the manufacturing process. The position also performs building maintenance as needed and other jobs or projects as assigned. The technician observes equipment in operation to locate problems, maintains tools in proper working condition, follows lockout/tagout procedures, repairs and tests equipment, and helps ensure equipment is operating properly before it is used in manufacturing. The role requires compliance with OSHA and safety policies, use of required PPE, and keeping a clean, organized work area using the 5S standard.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to two years of related experience and/or training.
Ability to read a tape measure.
Ability to work overtime.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Knowledge of various trades.
Possess the required tools.
Knowledge of processes used in product manufacturing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse co-workers and vendors.
Ability to communicate ideas and information effectively through verbal and written communication.
Ability to plan and organize resources, establish priorities, and handle multiple projects.
Ability to perform work consistently and accurately and complete tasks in a timely manner without sacrificing quality.

Responsibilities

Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to identify causes of trouble.
Keep necessary tools at the work station and in proper working condition.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures.
Dismantle devices to access and remove defective parts.
Examine parts for imperfections and adjust functional parts and control instruments.
Lubricate and clean parts.
Start machines to test their performance.
Set up and operate metalworking tools and machines to make and repair parts.
Initiate purchase orders for parts and machines.
Perform building maintenance as needed and other assigned jobs or projects.
Ensure equipment is operating properly before it is used in manufacturing.
Follow OSHA and safety policies and use required PPE.
Maintain a clean and organized work area using the 5S standard.
Be at the work station at the start of the shift and immediately after breaks and lunch.
Suggest, develop, and contribute ideas to improve work processes.
Assist others when assigned tasks are complete.
Plan and organize resources, prioritize work assignments, and handle multiple projects.
Complete work accurately, on time, and without sacrificing quality.