Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Department: Maintenance 

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt 

Job Summary: 

• To learn, understand, and actively support the execution of a professional maintenance system to achieve world class status in Battery manufacturing
• Build a predictive maintenance system
• Establish cost management based planned maintenance system
• Supporting Metrics: reduction of machine faults, improved OEE, improved planned maintenance activities, reduction of labor and material costs, improved product quality through a robust error-proofing process, improved ergonomics and safety at work stations, extended useful life of equipment, reduction in set-up and change-over times, increased percentage of planned maintenance, reduced equipment life cycle cost, elimination of conditions for accidents

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Work with a “Safety Always” mindset through supporting and promoting continuous improvement of safety and health in the workplace
• Perform all duties with a “Quality First” mindset through the improvement of work processes and procedures to eliminate and prevent defects
• Develop and maintain a “Big Picture” focus and understanding of the complete battery manufacturing process within the first 3-months of employment
• Establish good rapport and built working relationship and networks with peers, technicians, and other employees to develop a strong network and support base
• Develop and maintain effective working relationship with suppliers and other third parties
• Remain current with professional practices and maintain a high awareness of new products and procedures in the industry. Monitor trade publications and actively participate in professional organizations
• Communicate information timely and clearly
• Support the designation of serial numbers for components, placement of orders, and record-keeping of purchases in SAP to ensure required inventory levels
• Learn and develop the necessary skills and know how to complete consultation forms accurately and timely
• Assist other engineers with proposal development, contract documentation and other activities as required
• Establish a working pattern where all work activities and plans are “Audit ready”
• Develop a flexible personal work schedule as a 24/7 operation to ensure necessary work is completed to meet required deadlines through taking ownership in your area of responsibility
• Perform routine duties requiring application and knowledge of basic engineering principles
• Prepare simple and routine plans, calculations, and cost estimates by following standard engineering practices and procedures
• Interpret engineering specifications and solve routine problems by applying defined procedures with proven precedent
• Systematically identify causes of problems and identify possible solutions in a Plan – Do – Check – Act methodology
• Research, learn, and drive the introduction of enhanced maintenance techniques
• Drive cooperation between operators and maintenance staff to support equipment up-time objectives
• Support improvement of planned maintenance activities and schedules to reduce cost
• Support definition and application of efficient, sustainable cleaning, inspection, lubrication and re-tightening cycle (5S)
• Support activities related to improving equipment uptime, e.g. MTBF, MTTR, through application of know-how and skills and using Fault analysis tools
• Support the restoration and maintenance of basic equipment conditions through analysis to stop deterioration
• Participate in value stream mapping activities to identify NVA and eliminate redundancy and waste
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications & Skills: 

• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Complex problem solving: identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions using proven methodologies
• Technical comprehension: understanding of technician documents, the ability to translate to the job and effective application
• Analytics: ability to generate relevant data, to analyze the data and to implement fact based solutions to problems in a systematic way
• Active listening & speaking: giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; communicating to others to convey information effectively
• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascent/descend stairs
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Must be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets
• Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree required; mechanical/ electrical engineering major preferred; advance degree in a related field preferred
• A related internship with previous experience in manufacturing industry desired
• Excellent command of written and spoken English; both conversational and technical
• Korean / English Bilingual preferred

Required Competencies: 

• Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
• Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications

Physical Demands: 

Physical demands may include but not limited to the following: 

• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and ascend/descend stairs and ladders. 
• May use scissor lifts or boom lifts on occasion 
• Must be able to navigate throughout inside and outside the facility
• Must be able to effectively operate a computer
• Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to wear all required PPE while in production area.
• Must be able to pass a (PFT) Pulmonary Function Test for respirator wear

Benefits: 

• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• 401 (k) with company match
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• Paid time off 
• 10 Holidays 

Hankook & Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
 
As an equal employment opportunity employer, Hankook & Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
 
This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. All job functions are subject to modification.