Reprocessing Technician Lead - Maintenance

Monoflo International • Winchester, VA

10d

About The Position

The Reprocessing Technician is responsible for maintaining and operating recycling equipment used in the production of recycled plastic material for internal consumption. Equipment includes shredders, pelletizers, float tanks, and other auxiliary systems that contribute to the operation. Equipment preventative maintenance, repairs, and weekly tasks are required to maintain efficiency and performance of the system. Basic daily operation includes shift ownership, reporting, and standard operational requirements for overall system performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience in Maintenance working with plastic shredders and plastic extruders (pelletizers)
• Excellent problem solving skills and use of various tools to locate information
• Experience diagnosing fluid systems (hydraulic and air)
• Experience working with schematics and blueprints
• Basic welding skills with attention to details
• Utilize computers and data systems to compile/analyze information
• Clear verbal and written communication required
• Attention to detail with adequate sense of urgency to improve utilization
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate good judgement
• Able to participate in onsite and offsite educational courses as required

Nice To Haves

• Education in controls or mechatronics is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform start up and shut down procedures on shredder, pelletizer, and related auxiliary equipment
• Lead the shift in proper operation of the system, scrap loading, and maintaining individual pieces of equipment
• Provide direction to shift operators and assemblers ensuring material levels are adequate for throughput targets
• Reduce production downtime through the use of efficient and effective root cause analysis, demonstrating critical thinking skills and the ability to find information
• Navigate equipment controllers on Erema pelletizers, Lindner and Vecoplan shredders, and material separation equipment such as Kason sifters and Herbold float tanks
• Perform preventative maintenance following the maintenance program provided by the plant maintenance manager
• Perform weekly maintenance to maintain minimum throughputs such as knife rotations, knife replacement, and water tank cleaning
• Basic welding skills for knife base installation on shredders
• Barrel and screw changes on extrusion equipment
• Recognize machine alarm indicators to efficiently track down problem details and accurately identify solutions
• Full ability to read pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics, utilizing these tools to locate machine components and implement solutions
• Full ability to read mechanical blueprints
• Read equipment manuals to diagnose and maintain equipment
• Perform efficient repairs on mechanical parts such as bearings, pulleys, filters, valves, gauges, wiring, sensors, and switches
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic power systems
• Maintain work area safety and cleanliness
• Operate powered and non-powered tools to complete assignments
• Work safely with high and low voltage electricity
• Document details of diagnosis, repair, parts, and relevant data for history in MRO computer system
• Utilize proper tools, gauges, and meters
• Communicate with vendors for troubleshooting, parts, and improvements
• Operate forklift, crane, and aerial lifts within the production space
• Complete work orders consistent with expectations while continuously striving to improve our position as World-Class Manufacturer

Benefits

• Financial Wellness : 401(k) retirement plan with company match and annual/quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Security : Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Optional Extras : Employee-paid voluntary life insurance and supplemental benefits.
• Time Off : Competitive PTO, paid holidays, and a company-paid Christmas shutdown.
• Unique Perks : Raffles for concerts, sports, and entertainment tickets.
• Locally sourced prize raffles.
• Monthly happy hours to unwind and connect with the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees