MIC - Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Ashland Foundry & Machine Works•Myerstown, PA

27d•$30 - $35

About The Position

DEFINITION The Maintenance Technician performs a variety of skilled and advanced tasks in the installation, maintenance and repair of equipment within the facility and aids in the orchestration and compliance to all local, state and federal environmental regulations. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This position reports directly to the Maintenance Manager SUPERVISION EXERCISED; This position will not have any direct reports ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION NOTE: An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. Work in a safe manner with a goal of zero harm. Create safety awareness by actively observing, auditing, and coaching safe work behaviors and conditions. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules and regulations. Maintains and modifies, as needed, all plant and production mechanical, electrical and electronic control equipment including related pneumatic, magnetic, hydraulic, optic, sonic, chemical components and controls. Display a degree of initiative toward the preventative maintenance of the plant and equipment Engage with suppliers as needed. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed. Coordinate with department heads and supervisors in resolving production planning and control issues, as needed. Work with outside suppliers, as necessary, to resolve any plant maintenance related issues as needed. Communicate project status and progress on a timely basis. Prioritize projects and coordinate activities with other departments and organizations within and outside the organization. Ensure proper execution of policies and procedures within areas of responsibility. Must have good attendance and be reliable. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of metal casting processes and other manufacturing processes such as welding, melting and finishing operations.
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and senior managers, as well as employees.
Ability to operate a personal computer and secure information from established data processing, spreadsheet, word processing, database and graphics programs.
Ability to express ideas and communicate orally and in writing. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Understanding of plant equipment and production process.
Five years of maintenance experience on a variety of plant mechanical, electro-mechanical and electronic equipment.
Experience with voltmeters, gauges, thermocouples, PLCs, mechanics and electronics
Experience with HVAC
Experience with 480/60/3PH electrical circuitry
Experienced in forklift and personnel lifting equipment operation and repairs
Knowledge of boilers and pressurized equipment
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before the employees in the organization, communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and leadership throughout the organization.
The ability to manage schedules, consider resources, and communicate these needs effectively throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

Work in a safe manner with a goal of zero harm.
Create safety awareness by actively observing, auditing, and coaching safe work behaviors and conditions.
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
Maintains and modifies, as needed, all plant and production mechanical, electrical and electronic control equipment including related pneumatic, magnetic, hydraulic, optic, sonic, chemical components and controls.
Display a degree of initiative toward the preventative maintenance of the plant and equipment
Engage with suppliers as needed.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
Coordinate with department heads and supervisors in resolving production planning and control issues, as needed.
Work with outside suppliers, as necessary, to resolve any plant maintenance related issues as needed.
Communicate project status and progress on a timely basis.
Prioritize projects and coordinate activities with other departments and organizations within and outside the organization.
Ensure proper execution of policies and procedures within areas of responsibility.
Must have good attendance and be reliable.
All other duties as assigned.