Maintenance Specialist

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Standard Duties:

• Performs expert level maintenance tasks and preventative maintenance. This includes but is not limited to observing devices in operation to locate the root cause of maintenance problems, dismantling devices to remove defective parts, examining parts to detect imperfections, adjustments of functional parts and control instruments, testing of devices to observe performance, performing tests of electrical circuitry and mechanical systems, and repairing machining tools.
• Utilizes mechanical skills including maintaining HVAC systems, mechanical drive systems, lubrication, precision alignment, and working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Performs highly diversified duties to install production machines and facility equipment such as pipefitting, rigging, installing conduit, pulling wire, wire termination, and demolition of older machinery.
• Utilizes electrical skills including reading electrical schematics and power riser diagrams, working with complex control systems, troubleshooting motors, using standard electrical meters and specialty meters such as megohmmeters and other test equipment.
• Identifies and sources parts, supplies, and repair items as needed. Also finds alternative products to improve cost and/or reliability of the equipment.
• Perform equipment failure analysis and work with a team to develop a preventive maintenance solution.
• Maintains in-depth technical knowledge of numerous systems as the employee’s job specialty requires. Performs research and procedures as the employee’s job specialty requires.
• Updates records and reviews CMMS history and analyzes data.
• Leads, drives and participates in Continuous Improvement activities – processes, results and cost savings.
• Works with the Engineering staff and outside vendors regarding equipment installation, upgrades, and parts.

• Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Complies with 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Must be an effective communicator (verbal and written).

• Other duties as assigned.

Safety, Health and Physical Requirements:

• Standing for long periods of time, including during operation of stand-up lifts.
• Lifting shoulder high up to 40 lbs. repetitively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Repetitive motion activities, including but not limited to assembly, standing, lifting, loading/unloading carts.
• All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures.
• Stepping up and down off PIT Equipment; walking long distances over extended periods.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of site safety and health goals, objectives, rules and procedures. He/she will actively participate in the Safety Engagement program, as well as, follow all EHS rules, procedures and policies

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  Safety
• Initiative and high sense of urgency
• Judgement/Decision Making
• Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills
• Internal/External Customer Service Orientation
• Attention to detail and accuracy of work

Education:
High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree with a technical focus and 7 years related experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment, or 10 years of related experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment

Experience:

Experience in predictive technologies, precision alignments, and general maintenance of applicable process equipment.

Understands electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and controls systems. Can analyze the problem, synthesize alternative solutions, and performs repairs.

Knowledge of robotics, servo drives and vision systems/barcode scanning hardware.

Must be able to use basic hand tools and specialized tools as necessary.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge of MS Office and Outlook.