Lubrication Technician

Description

The Maintenance & Lubrication Technician preserves and improves the reliability of plant machines and systems by delivering and supporting precise machine lubrication practices in every aspect of lubrication. This Technician leads lubrication excellence, ensuring that lubrication best practices are used in the performance of routine re-lubrication with oil and grease, lubricant contamination control practices, machine inspections and troubleshooting, automatic lubrication systems inspection and troubleshooting , and oil analysis (sample collection, handling and resolution of issues) for all lubricated mechanical systems. In addition, this Technician performs equipment care, preventive and predictive maintenance, corrective work, troubleshooting, and installation tasks, following established procedures, with limited direction. Trains and mentors’ others. Performs other leadership duties.

Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00

Bonus Eligible: Yes

*The hourly rate for this role will be based on qualifications, experience, market data, and internal equity. Actual pay may vary due to factors such as location, skills, education, and performance. Pay is determined transparently, using market benchmarks and ensuring internal equity.

The Maintenance & Lubrication Technician must embody the PURIS Core Values: Integrity, Leadership, Openness, Global Vision, Adaptability, and Partnership.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Create lubricant specifications for different types of machines.
• Optimize, implement, and manage lubrication programs.
• Select lubricant, application method, application amount and frequency.
• Identify, prevent, and remediate lubricant contamination.
• Design, manage, maintain, and use lubricant storage, handling, and dispensing system.
• Execute and document planned lubrication activities and lubrication-related tasks.
• Troubleshoot common lubrication-related procedural and equipment problems.
• Collect and manage samples for analysis.
• Review and address oil analysis findings and recommend current and future maintenance actions/
• Document discrepancies/conditions that require corrective, predictive or planned maintenance.
• Recommend equipment modifications to facilitate lubrication, inspection, oil analysis, contamination control, and other improvements.
• Coordinate inventory and routine ordering of products.
• Manage key metrics for the lubrication program
• Maintain equipment within program such as filter carts, refillable/sealable portable lubricant containers, hydraulic reservoirs, etc.
• Act as the key point of contact for lubrication-related issues.
• Diagnose problems using appropriate testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and modify equipment as directed
• Follow established requirements for GMP, safety, and other procedures.
• Respond to operator calls; take appropriate action and follow up.
• Install new equipment and make major modifications when supplied with instructions.
• Troubleshoot and repair all types of production equipment, systems, and controls.
• Operate equipment in Maintenance Department.
• Seek assistance from others as needed.
• Support Maintenance Planner in developing job plans, to include materials, steps, duration, coordination, etc.
• Assist in ensuring everything is on hand and ready when job is scheduled to begin.
• Seek out and recommend equipment and process improvements.
• Conduct on-the-job training.
• Assist other technicians as needed.
• Work with vendors and service suppliers regarding equipment parts and supplies.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Provide team leadership, directing the work of other maintenance personnel, as assigned.
• Use human relations and leadership skills to solve non-complex employee relations problems and issues associated with cooperation, team building, job assignments, etc.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Machinery Lubrication Technician or Analyst (MLT or MLA) II or STLE certification
• 5+ years of applicable industrial maintenance experience
• Knowledge equivalent to two-year Technical School courses in at least one trade
• Knowledge of machinery fundamentals, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, blowers, compressors, switchgear, etc.
• Detailed knowledge of general mechanical fundamentals, such as fits and tolerances
• Experience in welding, specifically as a TIG welder, preferred

Skills and Capabilities:

• Ability to take and give verbal and written instructions
• Ability to understand and work from complex mechanical and electrical diagrams, drawings, schematics, specifications, and flow diagrams and interpret them to others
• Ability to complete work assignments correctly and deliver results, in an expeditious and professional manner
• Good reading, writing, math, and administrative skills
• Moderate skill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and CMMS
• Ability to work well independently.

Benefits:

At PURIS, we’re proud to support our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Starting the first of the month after your hire date, you’ll enjoy access to Medical insurance plans starting as low as $31 per paycheck. We also offer dental and vision coverage, as well as free digital health care for all employees. You will also have access to Life and Short-Term Disability insurance covered for you at 100%, along with flexible health and dependent care spending accounts. Planning for your future? PURIS contributes 50% of every dollar you save, up to 6%, toward your retirement plan. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, 8 paid holidays, and access to a variety of other free resources at your disposal. Join us, and experience the benefits designed with you in mind!

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To apply for the role, visit www.puris.com/careers. PURIS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The hiring process includes successfully completing a background check, and drug screen. We E-verify all new hires.

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