Manufacturing Maintenance Technician - Garland, TX

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Come join our team at Future Foam! We are ranked in the top 4 polyurethane foam manufacturing companies in the U.S. We are the main supplier to companies such as: Home Depot, Simmons, Casper, Serta, Tuft & Needle, and many more! We are a unique company that has been family owned for over 60 years. Our primary focus is to provide excellent quality and service throughout the manufacturing process. With over 30 facilities across the United States and internationally, we take pride in having a culture that fosters an open, trusting, and collaborative work environment. Most importantly we put safety first.

As a 1st shift Manufacturing Maintenance Technician at our facility in Garland, TX, you will be executing equipment repairs in a timely manner, completing preventive maintenance service, and assisting in engineering projects as needed. This is a hands-on manufacturing position that offers a challenging work environment where independence and creative thinking are the norm. The successful candidate will maintain production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

· Complies with all safe work practices, programs, policies, procedures and regulations with required PPE and OSHA regulations.

· Uses advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose, repair, adjust and maintain and install machinery as needed to support quality and production targets.

· Conducts planned and unplanned maintenance work to reduce machine downtime.

· Repair, set up, and/or install equipment for operators tuning either mechanically or by changing parameters on Human /Machine Interface.

· Assemble and test machinery to make sure it is safe and operational before placing back into production.

· Assist operators on equipment set-ups to ensure proper operations.

· Requisitions for parts, components, supplies and equipment to be used in the maintenance area.

· Assist in equipment rebuilding activities and engineering projects.

· Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot PLC’s, VFD’s, HMI’s and other various equipment.

· Completes detailed reports and other paperwork.

· Perform building maintenance.

Requirements

· Two to five years’ maintenance experience in an industrial production environment and knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.

· At least 2 years of journeyman experience.

· Background in mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and advanced electrical controls system required.

· Four years of journey level l experience or completion of an approved technical training program in electrical repair and maintenance - (preferred).

· Demonstrated ability and willingness to work safely, take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as a part of a team.

· Capable of rapidly responding to unplanned equipment breakdowns during production.

· Ability to read, understand, and Create mechanical and electrical prints/schematics.

· Electrical, Pneumatic, and Mechanical troubleshooting skills

· Track record of continuous improvement and teamwork.

· Able to work in a team setting.

· Must provide one’s own hand tools required to perform job responsibilities.

· Must have effective verbal and written English communication skills.

· Ability to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as climbing and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

· Able to work overtime/Saturdays as required and rotate shifts to cover vacations and Projects.

· Have a Valid Driver’s License and able Operate Forklift, Scissor and Man lift.

· Able to work in hot or cold temperatures

Benefits Summary

We offer comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career:

· Health, Dental & Vision Coverage

· 401(k) with a Company Contribution

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Vacation

· Paid Sick Time

· Health Savings Account

· Flexible Spending Account

· Training and Development

· Short Term Disability

· Life Insurance

*Compensation Commensurate with Experience*

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person