Electro-Mechanic I_Maintenance

Ecore-International; Spry (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecore-International is seeking an Electro-mechanic I to support mechanical and electrical systems on production equipment. The role requires familiarity with PLC systems and hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.

You will assist with facility upkeep, safety procedures, and documentation as part of a maintenance team, with attention to lockout/tagout and PPE requirements. The candidate should have an electro-mechanical educational background and 3+ years of applicable experience, with

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Electro-mechanics or Apprenticeship in Electromechanical Maintenance.
• 3+ years experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems in a similar setting.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams, schematics and blueprints; knowledge of VFD and PLC (Allen Bradley).

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on production equipment and assist with installation and repair.
• Diagnose malfunctions, replace parts, assemble and test machinery for proper operation.
• Maintain plant power distribution, preventive maintenance and basic facility tasks.
• Read blueprints and schematics to install machinery safely.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

PLC & controls

Blueprints & schematics

VFD knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Electro-mechanics

Electromechanical Apprenticeship

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Ammeter

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Electro-mechanic I works with Mechanical, Electrical systems on production equipment and Maintenance teams. This position is responsible for performing electrical and mechanical installations, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment. The Electro-mechanic I must have familiarity of Programmable Logic Controlled (PLC) systems.In addition, this position will support the overall facility maintenance including but not limited to: basic plumbing, snow removal, event preparation, basic construction, painting, etc. The successful candidate will have a genuine desire to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently, utilizing good work practices as part of a maintenance team or when working independently with minimal supervision. They will adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies. Additional responsibilities will include: periodic training of proper system and machine operation and maintenance, assistance with creating SOP and other related documentation and cross-training into other job functions as needed.This position requires routine attendance to departmental, production, safety and Company meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 40% Mechanical Maintenance: Corrective and breakdown maintenance of all equipment: Repair and maintain machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, manufacturers' specifications or supervisor's instructions, using hand and power tools, precision measuring or testing devices.
• Diagnose machine malfunction and determine the need for adjustment or repair
• Dismantles machine or equipment to examine parts for defect or to remove defective part
• Replaces defective part with new part or repairs or reproduces part
• Assembles and test operates machine to verify correction of malfunction
• Basic fabrication and repair of all necessary equipment
• 25% Preventative and corrective maintenance on all equipment: Maintains and lubricates machine tools and equipment, following preventive maintenance schedule to ensure all machinery is in good, safe working order.
• 15% Electrical Maintenance: Perform testing, diagnostic, maintenance and troubleshooting work on machine tools and systems including: NC and CNC controls, PLC hardware and software, control circuits, electro/mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Perform maintenance and repairs on plant power distribution systems
• Apply electrical knowledge to research and identify electrical components and parts
• 10% Maintains and repairs physical structures of buildings and maintains grounds (including snow removal, basic plumbing, HVAC and basic carpentry, etc.)
• 10% Installing, troubleshooting and upgrading of all equipment;
• Ability to install conduit, electrical wiring, air/water/hydraulic piping or any additional systems required for proper machine installation with direction from senior Technicians, engineering or supervision.
• Read blue prints, schematic drawings and diagrams in order to properly and safely install machinery
• Assembles and test operates machine to verify safe working order and proper functionality

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Associates Degree in Electro-mechanics (or similar area of study) or Apprenticeship in Electromechanical Maintenance or High School Diploma/GED and equivalent years of experience
• 3+ years experience and knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and machine shop tools and equipment within a similar working environment
• Able to read and interpret: electrical line diagrams, schematics and blue prints
• Basic knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), PLC (Allen Bradley, etc.)and sequential programming devices
• Experience with running conduit, relays, terminations, controls wiring, 120/240/480 volts
• Experience with troubleshooting and replacement of electrical components including AC and DC motor drive controls
• Ability to use all multi-meter, amp-meter, oscilloscope and other electrical test tools necessary
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Basic computer skills (email, PM schedules, work orders, etc.)
• Ability to work in a stressful environment (loud, dirty, confined spaces, etc.)
• Valid PA driver’s license with ability to drive 24,900lb box truck or flat bed with manual or automatic transmission

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics below are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Manufacturing Environment: This position may operate in a manufacturing setting with conditions of high-pressure air/steam/gas, hazardous gas/chemical fumes, extreme heat and temperature variations, loud noise, exposure to dangerous machinery, dirty work environment and/or exposure to dust (pigment). The position is required to wear PPE including, but not limited to safety glasses, steel toe/composite boots and earplugs.

Physical and Mental Demands

The demands described are representative but not all inclusive of those demands that must be met by an employee (with or without a reasonable accommodation) to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, lifting, pounding, pushing and/or pulling. Move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.
• Exert up to 130 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move object.
• Manual dexterity to move material and operate equipment.
• Communicate effectively (write, speak) with supervisors and others on performance and safety concerns.
• Adequate hearing ability to receive work instruction and to respond to changes in work environment.
• Attention to detail to complete work assignments.
• Time management to comply with scheduled work time and maintain productivity requirements.
• Ability to understand and abide by safety policies and maintain a safe work environment. Ability to move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.

The above are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the job described. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.