POSITION SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discuss machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts
• Install and repair electrical apparatus, wiring, & electrical components of machinery and equipment
• Troubleshoot and install mechanical and electronic components of machinery
• Repair and replace gages, valves, pressure regulator, and related equipment
• Repair and maintain physical structure of establishment
• Install, program, or repair automated machinery & equipment
• Set up and operate machine tools such as lathe, drill, and milling machine to repair machine parts
• Be able to perform in depth preventative maintenance on any and all equipment
• Utilize welding skills to fabricate fixtures and repair and install equipment
• Install and Repair automated and/or manual machinery or equipment
• Assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
• Read and interpret schematic and prints
• Upgrade equipment and systems
• Advise and purchase equipment and parts
• Improve machinery through redesign when necessary
• Assist other maintenance associates in their daily responsibilities

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: (NOTE: To be considered for this position, the applying associate should have the following qualifications.)

• Documented experience (skill level and 3 years) in the field of maintenance
• Good attendance and work history
• Must be able to work overtime or odd hours to accommodate production requirements
• Need to have versatile skills
• Flexibility
• Self motivated
• Good communication skills used within maintenance department and other departments
• High school diploma or GED required
• College degree or related experience a plus