Job Description

Under supervision: Troubleshoots, maintains, and programs electronic controls for mechanical and hydraulic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls and servo-drives. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing. Isolates defects in wiring and motors using test instruments. Inspects equipment and diagnoses trouble. Dismantles machinery and replaces defective parts. Performs all work with adherence to safety procedures. Inspects completed work and insures it conforms to all safety codes. Estimates time and material costs. Requisitions supplies and equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Installs, programs, repairs, and maintains assets on all properties.
• Performs tasks of substantial variety or complexity which require a masterly knowledge of computer operation and PLC programming, fabrication/processing techniques, tools, materials machines and equipment relative to area of specialization.
• Devises and utilizes non-standard procedures.
• Performs machine repairs.
• Must Satisfy quality standards.
• Communicates ideas to improve the organization.
• Can clearly communicate orally and in writing.
• Manifests non-violent behavior.
• Uses clear independent thinking.
• Must have regular attendance.
• Must start work on time.
• Must work the scheduled shift.
• Must conform to current environmental standards.
• Must participate in annual training to update and document job related skills.

Accountabilities

• Works from engineering drawings, electrical schematics, rough sketches, manuals or verbal instructions.
• Prescribes to and stays abreast of company policies.
• Ensures own safety and the safety of others by following all safety regulations.
• Commits to the corporate goals, mission, and vision.
• Submits at least one Continuous Improvement per quarter.

Required Education and Skills

• Technical school grad or equivalent experience.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment including use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Must have good mechanical skills.
• Ability to read complex prints.
• Good math skills.
• Skilled in the use of basic measuring tools with ability to use more advanced measurement tools.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Demands, Visual, Hearing, Conditions

• Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead and bend to the floor.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Exert 50 to 100 pound of force occasionally.
• Exert 25 to 50 pounds of force occasionally.
• Exert up to 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Near acuity or accommodations as required for reading gauges, prints and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action
• High noise levels from operating machines
• Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts
• Breathing fumes, dust, and mist
• Skin exposure to oils and cutting fluids
• Exposure to heat during summer months

• The associate is required to follow other instructions and perform other job duties as requested.

Reports-To

Maintenance Manage