Maintenance Technician

INDEVCO North America, a protective materials manufacturing group headquartered near Richmond, Virginia, is committed to innovating energy-efficient building envelope products, as well as sustainable paper and plastic packaging solutions. In addition, we have invested in and manage recycling operations for biomass and reprocessed materials that create a circular economy.

 Our facilities - in Georgia, Mississippi, New Jersey, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia - serve a growing range of markets: building and construction, beverage, chemical and petrochemical, food, industrial salt and minerals, lawn and garden, packaging converting, pet food, and transport.

INDEVCO has operated for over 40 years in the US, as Interstate Resources, Inc. through 2017 and presently as INDEVCO North America. For more information, visit www.INDEVCONorthAmerica.com.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive): 

• Preform repairs, maintenance, preventative maintenance, new installations, upgrades, and changes to industrial production equipment and the facility while maintaining detailed records and records of the parts used (inventory) either written or into the CMMS system. 
• Reading and interpreting engineering blueprints or drawings.
• Installing new production equipment. 
• Servicing and maintaining equipment including motors, gearboxes, conveyor systems, hydraulic (s), pneumatic (s), transmission systems, extrusion, conversion, winder(s), rewinding, overhead cranes, presses, and other production-related equipment. 
• Inspecting and assessing the functionality of production machines. 
• Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns. 
• Troubleshoot and repair pumps, valves, and cylinders. 
• Adjusting mechanical parts and equipment using hand and machine tools. 
• Fabricating parts for repairs and machine upgrades. 
• Welding, cutting, and machining.
• Bench work: Diagnose, rebuild and or repair parts, equipment and machines that are “Offline” and test. For restock as repaired parts inventory. Or red tag and notify lead/supervisor to order new or send out for repair.
• Conducting routine maintenance and safety checks. 
• Communicating with the production team and maintaining a clean work area. 
• Preparing and submitting daily maintenance reports. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An associate degree in mechanical engineering, an Industrial Maintenance Certification, or 3 years prior experience in a similar field; industrial manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Previous work experience as an industrial maintenance mechanic. 
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems maintenance (Electrical a plus.) 
• Previous experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems. 
• Must have experience and knowledge of machine operation and troubleshooting. 
• Previous experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems. 

Responsibilities:

• Preform repairs, maintenance, preventative maintenance, new installations, upgrades, and changes to industrial production equipment and the facility while maintaining detailed records and records of the parts used (inventory) either written or into the CMMS system. 
• Troubleshoot production equipment, machines, and support equipment. 
• Perform repairs, and upgrades to machinery and equipment in support of production in a manufacturing capacity. 
• Equipment and machine installation, setup and start up for manufacturing to ensure product specifications are met. 
• Assists in creating, modifying, and revising manufacturing work instructions and the process flow documentation. 
• Will assemble, disassemble troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical production systems and equipment, both manual and automated. Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. 
• Bench work: Diagnose, rebuild and or repair parts, equipment and machines that are “Offline” and test. For restock as repaired parts inventory. Or red tag and notify lead/supervisor to order new or send out for repair.

Skills/Requirements:

• Reading, Writing and arithmetic with the ability to read a tape measure and use a pair of calipers.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations. 
• Familiarity with NFPA safety standards and regulations. 
• Must have experience and knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out program’s policies and procedures. 
• Excellent troubleshooting skills. 
• Computer skills: Microsoft 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, Edge, ADOBE, (AX a plus)
• Strong multi-tasking skills. 
• Have an attention to detail with excellent prioritization and follow up skills. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Experience working in a fast paced, dynamic environment, with limited supervision: A self-motivated, self-starter. 
• Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions. 
• Experience working with 5S principles and practices. 
• Familiar knowledge of Lean basic concepts. 
• Be a Team player with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with your peers and the leadership team. 
• Must have experience and knowledge of machine safety, operation, and troubleshooting. 
• Must demonstrate an understanding of a safe work environment and have a proven ability to work safely. 
• Must have a solid work history showing the ability to maintain a good attendance record. 
• Good time-management skills 
• Must have your own basic set of SAE and metric tools. 
• Previous experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems. 
• Extrusion experience is a plus. Vacuum and resin control systems a plus. 
• Printer (Flexo) experience is a plus. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Intermittent periods of crouching, kneeling, working in confined areas and in varied temperatures and outdoors as necessary to safely service equipment. 
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times. 
• Must be able to climb a ladder/ scaffolding and work on a scissor/ man lift. 
• Drive a forklift, scissor lift and manlift.
• Pass a Pre-Employment drug screen. 

**No Recruiters Please***

INDEVCO North America, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental impairment, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.