Mechanical Maintenance Technician

TALKE USA•Baytown, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing/packaging environment. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician must be able to follow instructions given by the Supervisor, work with minimal supervision, conform to company standards of assembly methodology, and balance their workload with multiple priorities. The role requires the ability to distinguish between various wiring colors, high proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and good working knowledge of SAP. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently, are essential. The technician must also possess excellent interpersonal skills, enabling them to work effectively as part of a team. The ability to work weekends, holidays, and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis is required. Physical requirements include the ability to lift 55 Lbs., climb ladders and stairs, and perform tasks involving walking, bending, lying down, crouching, or kneeling. The technician must be able to wear personal protective equipment and respond to visual and audible alarms. Initiative and proactivity in addressing issues, along with the ability to complete tasks quickly and efficiently, are key attributes.

Requirements

A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
A minimum of 5+ years mechanical maintenance experience is required.
Strong mechanical aptitude with advanced troubleshooting and maintenance skills is required.
Experience in maintenance and repair of packaging equipment and associated components is required.
Ability to read and understand, analyze, and interpret documents, equipment repair manuals, reports and federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
The ability to perform mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.
Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating, and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
Must have the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business-like and professional manner is required.
Must have the ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability, and commitment to the role, team, and company.
Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision.
The ability to take callouts and work overtime is required.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.
Prior SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Safety in the forefront of every task performed.
LOTO, JSA, Hot Work Permits.
Routinely performs remedial and preventative maintenance and maintains facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.
Must participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
Maintenance of pumps and electric motors such as bearing and seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans, drain piping modifications, etc.
Must review procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards to meet all regulatory agency requirements.
Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as solenoid valves, control valves, air compressors, valve actuators, etc.
Must maintain and repair lifting equipment, conveyors, and associated components.
Must replace pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and start-up.
Must properly complete records of time and required regulatory reports.
Must maintain close contact with the Planner/Supervisor regarding maintenance trouble reports and scheduled equipment maintenance to affect a minimum interruption of product throughput.
Ability to optimize work to affect a minimal amount of overtime.
Must participate in available cross training to effectively develop skills in areas specific to other technicians.
Must utilize precision tools and test equipment as needed.
Must perform regulatory required inspections.
Trains and guides others to learn duties of Mechanical Technician.
Must perform any other job duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager/Supervisor.
Must be able to effectively communicate in English (speak, read, and write).
Must be able to distinguish between various wiring colors.