Maintenance Technician

Position Summary Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing We currently have a full-time night shift position available. This position will require an initial training period of full-time days before moving to full-time nights. The schedule is 3 nights per week, 12 hours per shift with a 4 hour premium given. Responsibilities Follow required safety practices (e.g. lock-out tag-out, PPE, confined space, chemical, fall protection) Work in line with safety and GMP guidelines Troubleshoot, maintain/repair high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment; Troubleshoot, maintain&repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems (e.g. controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment) Adjust equipment for performance and safety Advise operators and line mechanics on safe use of equipment Document and track corrective and preventive maintenance performed, to reduce downtime Perform preventive maintenance Install machines, wiring and programs Solve complex technical issues Start up/shut down equipment per safety and OSHA rules Keep work aera clean Support&implement process improvements; Create&maintain POKA guides Perform other assigned duties Requirements Technical Associate Degree or accredited apprenticeship program or the equivalent in a technical field; Three (3) year applicable experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience; Equipment knowledge, Computer experience/operation and PLC troubleshooting are necessary (Allen-Bradley preferably); Knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, supervisors; Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime and weekends when needed.