Description

Purpose (Why this position exists, within what limits & with what objectives):  The purpose of this position is to provide equipment and facility maintenance support for all Manufacturing Operations. Insure continuous operation of equipment and facilities to protect the companies’ investment in capital equipment. Make sure equipment is ready to produce quality products with a consistent performance in scheduled quantities and time.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain, test, troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical equipment and associated controls on production and facility equipment.  .  Must be able to be at work on time, must be able to follow company rules and procedures, must be able to follow directions from supervisors, must be able to interact in a positive and constructive manner with co-workers, must be able to work overtime and weekends as required. Operator does not supervise others.

Recruiting Criteria (Education and Experience): A minimum High School Diploma or GED plus formal training and certificate of completion in industrial mechanical, electrical, basic PLC Logic, and preventive maintenance and at least one of the following areas and show a thorough understanding:  Machining, Tool and die Making/Repair, Hydraulic systems repair, Boiler plant maintenance, Small tool repair, HVAC repair, Certified in high pressure welding, PLC programming, Air compressor maintenance and repair, Electrician, Pipe Fitting.  A minimum of 3 years experience as an industrial plant electrical technician is required 

Requirements

BASIC COMPETENCIES:

1.      Plant Safety and Environmental Rules

2.      Knowledge of Industrial hand tooling and electrical instrumentation

3.      Lock-Out & Tag-Out procedures

4.      General knowledge of process pumps and systems

5.      General knowledge of boiler systems and components

6.      Basic fabricating of metal components:  Drilling, cutting, welding

7.      Rigging

8.      Preventative maintenance

9.      Basic problem solving skills used for equipment troubleshooting and repair

10.   Basic mechanical / electrical theory

11.   Understanding blueprints, pneumatic circuit diagrams, and hydraulic circuit diagrams

12.   Ability to troubleshoot, remove and replace three phase devices, such as motors and contactors

13.   Troubleshoot Variable Speed Drive systems

14.   Ability to read and understand Ladder Logic Diagrams and troubleshoot associated problems

15.   Basic first aid and CPR

16.   Understanding of the principles behind Single Minute Exchange of Dies

17.   Ability to properly repair high pressure valves and feed pumps

18.   General knowledge of HVAC and chiller systems

19.   Basic understanding of air compressor systems, with basic troubleshooting abilities

20.   Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic system and components

21.   Basic proficiency in the use of machine equipment:  Lathe, Milling Machine, Grinding Equipment

22.   Basic understanding of the principles used in progressive dies as well as a basic understanding of press operations

23.   Basic understanding of the principles behind resistance spot welding and continuous resistance seam welding.

24.   Basic proficiency of pipefitting

25.   Basic personal computer skills

26.   Basic proficiency working with and programming PLC’s

27.   Basic knowledge of process control systems and instrumentation, such as temperature and flow transmitters, control valves, and PID control functions.

28.   Demonstrate an understanding of non destructive testing (NDT)

29.   Ability to work well with others

30.   Ability to work unsupervised

Proficient Competencies:

1.   Flexible Workforce Certification Program

2.   5S Principles and Techniques

3.   PLC programming

4.   Three Phase Wiring

5.  Variable Speed Drives

6.   Human interface programming

7.   Process control devices (i.e. temperature and flow control, level devices etc.)

8.   Troubleshoot electrical / electronic circuit problems, including logic circuits, basic solid-state circuits and in-depth process control functions

9.   Must have completed course in at least one of the following areas and show a thorough understanding: Machining, Tool and die Making/Repair, Hydraulic systems repair, Boiler plant maintenance, Small tool repair, HVAC repair, Certified in high pressure welding, PLC programming, Air compressor maintenance and repair, Electrician, Pipe Fitting

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work throughout the entire facility and grounds. Repetitive pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, bending, stooping, standing, walking and climbing (ladder and stairs) are required. Lifting from floor to above shoulders height, from table height to shoulders, and from floor to table height is required. Candidate must be able to work in extreme temperatures & humidity (from 115 degrees F - 32 degrees F, 100% relative humidity). They must be able to wear respirators, applicable safety equipment, and all PPE where and when required. They must be able to safely work with hazardous chemicals, acids, and bases. Candidate must be aware of and able to avoid electrical hazards. Able to focus on task and be aware of safety concerns and do high quality work.