What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electro-Mechanical Tech III position at Providien Thermoforming, LLC?
Description
We are hiring two positions. Both will train on 1st shift (Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM) for an expected duration of 1 to 2 months.
Upon completion of training, one position will transition to 2nd shift (Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), and the other will transition to 3rd shift (Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM).
Summary
The Electro-Mechanical Technician III is a senior-level technical role responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical electrical, mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems across a thermoforming manufacturing environment. This position serves as a technical lead for the maintenance team, driving equipment reliability, supporting skill development of other technicians, and ensuring accurate documentation within the CMMS. Success in this role requires strong industrial controls expertise, advanced troubleshooting ability, and a proactive approach to process improvement and customer service to internal partners.
Essential Job Functions
Supervisor Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees.
Qualifications
To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EDUCATION And EXPERIENCE
As part of their job duties, the employee must be able to sit, stand, and walk throughout the day while frequently using their hands to handle objects and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to reach, stretch, push, pull, crouch, stoop, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. This role requires specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing environment: A work environment in a manufacturing plant is the physical and social setting where goods production occurs. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics of a work environment in a manufacturing plant are the use of machinery and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise, with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
Providien Thermoforming is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.
Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
Approximately 5% of travel is expected.
According to several states' laws, this position's salary range falls between $40 and $55 per hour. However, this salary information is merely a general guideline. When extending an offer, Providien Thermoforming considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.
Requirements
JOB SKILLS
We are hiring two positions. Both will train on 1st shift (Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM) for an expected duration of 1 to 2 months.
Upon completion of training, one position will transition to 2nd shift (Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), and the other will transition to 3rd shift (Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM).
Summary
The Electro-Mechanical Technician III is a senior-level technical role responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical electrical, mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems across a thermoforming manufacturing environment. This position serves as a technical lead for the maintenance team, driving equipment reliability, supporting skill development of other technicians, and ensuring accurate documentation within the CMMS. Success in this role requires strong industrial controls expertise, advanced troubleshooting ability, and a proactive approach to process improvement and customer service to internal partners.
Essential Job Functions
- Lead and perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on industrial machinery, including thermoforming machines, temperature control units, vacuum pumps, die cutters, molds, air compressors, CNC machines, drying ovens, and material handling systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical controls, hydraulic, vacuum, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment.
- Serve as technical lead for the maintenance team; mentor and develop the skills of other technicians.
- Maintain accurate equipment records in the CMMS; ensure all work is properly documented.
- Manage spare parts inventory, including ordering and stocking components.
- Devise and implement process improvements with a focus on efficiency, reliability, and equipment longevity.
- Maintain integrity of equipment manuals and technical documentation.
- Perform facility maintenance and repairs, including lighting, plumbing, structural, and general building systems, to support a safe and functional work environment.
- Follow and promote safe work practices, including lockout/tagout procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment and support 5S standards.
Supervisor Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees.
Qualifications
To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EDUCATION And EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training in electro-mechanical systems preferred.
- 6 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electro-mechanical equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- 2 years of experience programming and modifying RSLogix and Studio 5000 projects.
- Electro-mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent technical education considered in lieu of experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Conversational in any other language is a plus.
- Basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
- Advanced knowledge of electrical controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, vacuum, and mechanical systems.
- Proficient in programming RSLogix and Studio 5000; working knowledge of PLC I/O troubleshooting procedures.
- Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
- Ability to identify and replace worn components to prevent unplanned downtime.
- Experience with spare parts inventory management and CMMS platforms.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to operate forklifts, reach trucks, scissor lifts, and stake body trucks.
- Familiarity with TPM and Lean manufacturing principles preferred.
- Effective communicator across verbal, written, and in-person formats; able to relay technical information across organizational levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and proactively.
- Collaborates well within a team while taking ownership of assigned work and outcomes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.
- Adaptable to shifting production priorities; reliable and accountable in all work conditions.
As part of their job duties, the employee must be able to sit, stand, and walk throughout the day while frequently using their hands to handle objects and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to reach, stretch, push, pull, crouch, stoop, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. This role requires specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing environment: A work environment in a manufacturing plant is the physical and social setting where goods production occurs. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics of a work environment in a manufacturing plant are the use of machinery and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise, with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
Providien Thermoforming is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.
Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
- ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
- Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
- Hearing protection in specific locations.
- Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.
Approximately 5% of travel is expected.
According to several states' laws, this position's salary range falls between $40 and $55 per hour. However, this salary information is merely a general guideline. When extending an offer, Providien Thermoforming considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.
Requirements
JOB SKILLS
- Advanced knowledge of electrical controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, vacuum, and mechanical systems.
- Proficient in programming RSLogix and Studio 5000; working knowledge of PLC I/O troubleshooting procedures.
- Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
- Ability to identify and replace worn components to prevent unplanned downtime.
- Experience with spare parts inventory management and CMMS platforms.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to operate forklifts, reach trucks, scissor lifts, and stake body trucks.
- Familiarity with TPM and Lean manufacturing principles preferred.
- Effective communicator across verbal, written, and in-person formats; able to relay technical information across organizational levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and proactively.
- Collaborates well within a team while taking ownership of assigned work and outcomes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.
- Adaptable to shifting production priorities; reliable and accountable in all work conditions.
Salary : $40 - $55