Maintenance Lead

Responsibilities

• Provide technical (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic) expertise to production teams to assist in creating and implementing the best solutions to manufacturing challenges 


• Use drawings/blueprints, schematic diagrams, service manuals, code manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications to mechanically install, modify, enhance, and repair machines and mechanical equipment


• Use basic PC/PLC knowledge and electrical schematics to electrically install, modify, enhance, and repair machines and mechanical equipment. (Must have)


• Troubleshoot various equipment throughout production including Injection Molding Machines, Automation equipment, Conveyors, Material Systems, Compressed Air systems, Colling Tower Systems, and Chilled water systems.


• Continually increase technical knowledge and knowledge of alternative work methods to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of machinery. This may be accomplished through internal or external training classes and/or seminars


• Address all machine-related issues, as well as all other issues, with co-workers and management personnel with accuracy, in a timely manner, giving updates and schedules as necessary


• Complete appropriate paperwork, including machine documentation, panel documentation, and preventive maintenance records to ensure adequate documentation needed to enhance the elimination of equipment downtime


• Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency


• Communicate potential cost savings to other Technicians and Team Leaders


• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, and safety regulations


• Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action


• Ensure the environment is free of avoidable risks, and report concerns immediately, taking appropriate action to immediately rectify and resolve

Qualifications

• Experience in machine repair of Plastic Injection systems, Automation Systems, 480 480-volt motor and Controls Systems, AC Drive Troubleshooting. (Must have)


• Experience in operating all “tools of the trade” including welding, mills, lathes, cutting equipment, metal shear and brake, and drill presses


• Ability to assist with managing projects and resources effectively, including PLC programming and troubleshooting, understanding advanced electrical prints and schematics to facilitate complex repairs or installation of equipment


• Ability to read, follow, and understand electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, code requirements, service manuals, and manufacturers’ specifications


• Computer literacy


• Ability to work autonomously, and must be able to troubleshoot issues and communicate with technical support if necessary


• An excellent work record, including attendance