What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead, Maintenance Technician position at Plasticade?
LEAD, MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Elkhart, IN
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the company.
Elkhart, IN
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Troubleshoots and addresses repairs and replacements of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic production or facility equipment.
- Monitors, controls, edits, and programs PLC.
- Coordinates the daily activities of the maintenance team including assigning maintenance tasks to team members considering production needs and individual capabilities.
- Champions a safety-first culture, proactively identifying safety hazards, conducting routine safety audits, implementing agreed upon improvement plans, and assists with the training of staff on proper maintenance related safety protocols.
- Develops and maintains the preventative maintenance program for the site to proactively minimize production downtime.
- Monitors and maintains maintenance inventory based on upcoming needs and submits purchase order requisitions timely to the procurement team for necessary parts, supplies, and equipment.
- Performs basic mold maintenance tasks and supports the production team on executing tool changes (i.e., conditioning molds, supporting installation, monitoring sensors, etc.)
- Assists with new equipment installation and other one-time projects.
- Maintains accurate maintenance and work order tracking using the maintenance management system.
- Partners with the Site Manager and other cross functional team members to identify opportunities for waste reduction, process standardization, and productivity improvements.
- Maintains a clean and organized working area and works towards 5S standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must live or relocate to within a 30-minute drive of the plant located at: 1655 Gateway Ct. Elkhart, IN. 46514
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience working in a general maintenance function.
- Must have working and practical knowledge of PLC controls (i.e., ability to write, modify, and change).
- Ability to complete the internal certification process to perform lock-out-tag-out (LOTO) and operate industrial vehicles such as forklifts and scissor lifts.
- Is diligent and can work safely, quickly, and with precision.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, ladder logic, and electrical schematics.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team. Must have good people skills.
- Verbal and written fluency in English.
- Related technical certifications and or degree(s) with a strong preference for Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) certifications.
- Experience with advanced editing or programing PLC, specifically Allen Bradley controls, strongly preferred.
- Experience leading large maintenance projects including project management skills.
- Works in non-climate-controlled production and warehouse operations environment with moderate noise levels, prolonged periods standing/walking (>90% of the shift).
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, grab, and climb stairs.
- Must wear required PPE (head protection, gloves, safety glasses, ARC flash, etc.) in the designated areas or while performing the designated tasks.
The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the company.
Salary : $35 - $48