What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Technician position at TAC Industries, Inc.?
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
- Perform routine and emergency maintenance on industrial sewing machines and supporting equipment
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues and complete timely repairs
- Respond quickly to equipment downtime to minimize production disruptions
- Re-time, align, and calibrate sewing machines (e.g., hook timing, needle alignment, feed mechanisms)
Preventive Maintenance
- Execute a structured preventive maintenance (PM) program for all production equipment
- Maintain PM schedules, checklists, and service logs
- Identify wear patterns and proactively replace components before failure
- Recommend improvements to extend equipment life and reliability
Inventory & Parts Management
- Maintain accurate inventory of spare parts, needles, hooks, belts, motors, and critical components
- Track usage and reorder parts to ensure availability while minimizing excess inventory
- Work with purchasing source parts, evaluate vendors, and control costs
- Organize and maintain a clean, efficient maintenance storeroom
Continuous Improvement & Support
- Assist in equipment setup, installation, and relocation
- Support production teams by providing technical guidance and training on basic machine care
- Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, safety, and efficiency
- Document repairs, downtime causes, and corrective actions
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all safety procedures and OSHA guidelines
- Ensure machines are operating safely and report any hazards
- Maintain proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures during repairs
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (technical certification preferred)
- 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (textile or sewing industry preferred)
- Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of industrial equipment
- Basic understanding of electrical systems, motors, and pneumatics
- Ability to read manuals, schematics, and technical diagrams
- Experience with preventive maintenance systems or CMMS is a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Basic computer skills for tracking maintenance and inventory
Work Environment
- Manufacturing/production floor environment
- May require standing, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working around moving machinery
- Occasional after-hours may be required for urgent repairs
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Equipment uptime/downtime reduction
- Preventive maintenance completion rate
- Mean time to repair (MTTR)
- Spare parts inventory accuracy and availability
- Reduction in repeated equipment failures
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19