Maintenance Mechanic

Kamps Overview:

Kamps is a full-service pallet company meeting the needs of industries coast to coast. Kamps manufactures new pallets, reconditioned pallets, and recycles unrepairable pallets into mulch and bark. We believe the talented individuals that make up the Kamps team are our biggest asset. We recognize and reward hard working individuals that consistently meet and exceed expectations.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN POSITION OVERVIEW

As a proactive team member, working varying shifts, the Automation Technician is responsible for performing and managing plant maintenance programs under the direction of the Plant Manager. Maintenance activities must ensure that employee health and safety, product safety, and the protection of the environment are never compromised, and that all maintenance activities enhance product quality, plant performance and business priorities. Mechanically inclined - Knowledge of and demonstrable ability to use common mechanics tools. Willing to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends and holidays with on-call availability. Associates Degree or equivalent experience. Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for up to 12 hours and lift 75 pounds. Ability to read and use mechanical and electrical schematics for troubleshooting. Ability to use an electrical Multimeter for troubleshooting. Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial pneumatic and hydraulic system components, such as pumps, valves, cylinders, motors and solenoids. Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components such as motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensors. Understanding of industrial air compressors and peripheral components such as, dryers, water separators and automatic bleed off. Qualifications Mechanically inclined - Knowledge of and demonstrable ability to use common mechanics tools Willing to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends and holidays with on-call availability Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for up to 12 hours and lift 75 pounds Ability to read and use mechanical and electrical schematics for troubleshooting Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial pneumatic and hydraulic system components, such as pumps, valves, cylinders, motors and solenoids Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components such as motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensors. Understanding of industrial air compressors and peripheral components such as, dryers, water separators and automatic bleed off Specific areas of expertise include: 3-5 years of experience in industrial machine maintenance Knowledge of HMI operation and troubleshooting Demonstrated success handling multiple high priority projects, in addition to normal responsibilities Skills and Knowledge This position requires knowledge in maintaining and repairing plant production equipment Yaskawa, Fanuc or Kuka robot experience Mechanical Knowledge Chain Drive Live Roller Conveyor systems Chain Conveyors Belt Conveyors Hydraulics pumps and circuits Air compressors Pneumatic circuits valves General Ability to use and navigate MS office and internet applications Knowledge of OSHA and Control of Hazardous Energy procedures and regulations Some welding experience Ability to use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Strong written and verbal communication skills Specific areas of expertise include: Electrical Control panels and power cabinets. 3 phase 480-volt power systems. Rockwell Automation Compact Logic (RSLogix 5000). Ethernet IP networks, EthernetIP on machine devices and VFDs. Yaskawa, Fanuc or Kuka robot experience Mechanical Knowledge Chain Drive Live Roller Conveyor Systems Chain Conveyors Belt Conveyors Hydraulics pumps and circuits Air Compressors Pneumatic circuits valves General Ability to use and navigate MS office and internet applications. Knowledge of OSHA and Control of Hazardous Energy procedures and regulations. Some welding experience NEC 70E electrical Safety. Ability to use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Languages Required; English;

Desired:

Spanish Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $27.00 per hour

Experience:

Manufacturing maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person