Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc.•Sioux Falls, SD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and keeping up machinery used in operations, as well as the physical plant facility. This is a full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse setting. Duties may vary and are not limited to those listed. The position involves following safety procedures, installing or relocating machinery and equipment, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing machinery, maintaining facility systems, purchasing parts within spending authority, and designing or fabricating devices and fixtures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to dismantle and reassemble machinery such as motors, conveyor lines, flexo folder gluers, presses, banders, bundlers, and printing machinery.
Ability to work independently when necessary.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer and math skills.
Ability to troubleshoot operating errors by analyzing information and evaluating results to select solutions and solve problems.
Knowledge of motors, hydraulics, vacuum systems, electrical systems, and plumbing.
Ability to interpret complicated drawings.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, specifications, reports, and manuals.

Nice To Haves

Relevant industry experience.
Mechanical Journeyman or Technical/Vocational Certificate.
Welding experience.
Welding certification.

Responsibilities

Follow established safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Install or relocate new and existing machinery and other equipment.
Schedule and complete preventive maintenance, including inspections, calibration, safety checks, and repair or replacement of worn or broken components.
Follow lockout/tagout rules, regulations, machine guidelines, and guarding requirements when starting, maintaining, or cleaning machines.
Assess machines proactively to ensure appropriate guarding and safeguards are in place.
Perform facility maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, and structural repairs or modifications.
Complete maintenance needs in a timely manner.
Purchase parts and components within designated spending authority, considering quality and cost savings.
Design, fabricate, and construct devices and fixtures.
Remain current in all areas of training.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
Monitor job functions to ensure compliance with safety policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.