Preventative Maintenance Technician

Novolex Corporate • Connersville, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will be responsible for proactively maintaining the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. The technician will proactively utilize approved preventive maintenance procedures to ensure optimal functionality of all production machines and plant facility's mechanical equipment.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalency
• 3-5 years industrial field related experience.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical devices and apparatus.
• Mechanical skills to include experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to utilize hand tools and power tools for repair of mechanical systems.
• Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts and boom lifts.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, decision making ability and mathematical knowledge.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical prints, BOM data, and technical diagrams for the installation and repair of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly diversified duties to install and maintain all production machines and plant facility's mechanical equipment.
• Detects and diagnoses mechanical failures, including pneumatic and hydraulic malfunctions of equipment, repairs and replaces as necessary.
• Utilizes precision measuring tools/devices, hand tools and testing instruments to ensure equipment installation and alignment are within OEM specifications.
• Repairs parts that require minor fabrication work to include use of welding equipment, lathe, Bridgeport, and powered saw when needed.
• Completes oil and lube cycles on all equipment at the manufacturers recommended intervals.
• Completes all documentation in Maintenance Connection including WR and PM documents.
• Utilizes sonic leak detection equipment to diagnose and repair any air leaks on all equipment and throughout the facility.
• Maintains housekeeping in areas of assigned responsibility to ensure a safe and clean work environment.
• Performs other related duties to contribute to the success of the operation as assigned, including but not limited to equipment tooling, changeovers, and equipment startups.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED