2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

HADLEY PRODUCTS LLC•Kentwood, MI

3d•$29 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the optimal utilization of plant equipment. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing various types of machinery and mechanical equipment to ensure continuous operation and minimize downtime. The technician will also be responsible for installations, modifications, and enhancements of equipment, as well as performing welding and fabrication tasks. Additionally, the role includes documentation, training, and adherence to company policies and safety regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Experience in machine repair of hydraulic trim presses, vacuum forming, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air compressors, chillers and assembly equipment
PLC troubleshooting, understanding electrical prints and schematics to facilitate repairs of equipment
Ability to read, follow and understand electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, service manuals and manufacturers’ specifications
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work at a height in excess of 60’
Minimum 5 years of experience and related course work or Journeyman Machine Repair
Must Be Able to Complete Machine Repair Competency Test
Standard knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to use email functions on the computer.
Standard knowledge of tools including, welding, mills, lathes, cutting equipment, metal shear and brake, measuring, and drill tools
Ability to obtain Hi-Lo Certification

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles
Excellent interpersonal skills
ABB robotics
MN 116 Basic Welding
MN 218 Pneumatics
EL Control Systems (optional)
MN 113 Mechanical Power Transmission (optional)
MN 217 Hydraulics (optional)

Responsibilities

Use drawings/blueprints, schematic diagrams, service manuals, code manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications to mechanically install, modify, enhance and repair machines and mechanical equipment.
Use basic PC/PLC knowledge and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and repair machines and mechanical equipment.
Read and interpret hydraulic, pneumatic, machine manuals, and basic interpretation of electrical schematics.
Perform MIG, TIG, and oxy/acetylene welding to install, modify, enhance, repair, and maintain business unit equipment and to fabricate and repair parts.
Start/restart machines and mechanical equipment after installations, modifications, enhancements, and repairs to ensure optimal operation.
Troubleshoot and repair breakdown of various equipment throughout production including but not limited to hydraulic trim presses, vacuum formers, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air compressors, chillers and assembly equipment.
Act as the first responder to breakdowns including but not limited to: motors, circuits, switches, cylinders, valves, gauges, conveyors etc.
Train, teach, and assess other Machine Repair or Process Tech as required, working well, leading, and mentoring in a team environment.
Continually increase technical knowledge and knowledge of alternative work through internal or external training classes and/or seminars.
Address all machine-related and part quality issues, as well as all other issues, with co-workers and management personnel with accuracy, in a timely manner, giving updates and schedules as necessary.
Complete appropriate paperwork, including machine documentation, panel documentation, and preventive maintenance records to ensure adequate documentation needed to enhance the elimination of equipment downtime.
Document hours and work activity daily in record-keeping system—Maintenance Connection.
Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback and communication to co-workers and management, including training and validating/appraising work as appropriate.
Backup for the Process Tech role as needed.
Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF, and OSHA safety regulations.
Perform other maintenance job functions or other duties as assigned.