INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE

John A Biewer Co Inc; McBain (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

John A Biewer Co Inc in McBain, MI is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to service and repair machines across the production facility. This full-time role requires troubleshooting hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems and automation on a 5:30 PM – 5:30 AM shift with a 5/5/2/2 schedule.

You will install, maintain and modify equipment, calibrate systems, keep accurate maintenance records and train staff on preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance or lumber/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical principles.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair and modify production equipment to maintain efficiency.
• Install and calibrate machinery and instrumentation per schematics.
• Clean, lubricate and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose issues by observing equipment in operation and with measurements.
• Maintain inventory of parts and generate maintenance reports.
• Train staff on preventive maintenance practices.
• Follow safety rules and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Troubleshooting hydraulics

Troubleshooting pneumatics

Mechanical systems

Automation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE

Full Time Manual Labor McBain, MI, US

If you're a skilled technician who thrives on troubleshooting hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, and automation, we want you on our team. We're seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician for our 5:30 PM – 5:30 AM shift. Take advantage of our balanced 5/5/2/2 schedule , high-tech mill facility, and competitive pay.

Summary:

Service and repair machines and equipment throughout the facility for production efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Install, maintain, repair and modify production equipment, instrumentation in accordance with relevant codes andfrom blueprints, schematics and sketches. Study manufacturer manuals and directions when setting up machinery.

Clean, lubricate, perform routine maintenance and disposal of defective parts on machinery.

Locate sources of issues by observing machinery in operation.

Calibrate and align equipment.

Troubleshoot production equipment (motors, gear boxes, drives, sprockets, chains, belts, etc.) using mechanical aptitude.

Maintain inventory of equipment, parts, and supplies by checking stock and placing orders.

Train production employees on routine preventive maintenance by workstation.

Determine changes in requirements of parts by inspecting and measuring using various instruments.

Prepare maintenance reports by collecting data and summarizing information and trends.

Demonstrate rigging and lifting practices.

Observe all safety rules, policies, and precautions. Reports and corrects unsafe work conditions. Submit safety ideas to Safety Committee Members. Complete required safety and regulatory training.

Communicate with electrical team and management of any equipment that is not operating properly.

Safely operate shop tools (lathe, drill press, grinder) and equipment.

Update scheduling systems, including adding notes to system and requesting work orders for maintenance repairs and activities and preventive maintenance.

Provide ideas, innovation and suggestions for continuous improvement and opportunities.

Follow established departmental housekeeping, safety practices and standard operation procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

Previous lumber industry experience or industrial maintenance experience.

Language skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Basic knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, torching, arc welding and electrical principles.

Ability to safely operate forklift, scissor lift, and manual lift.

Follow verbal and written instructions.

Mathematic skills with the ability to calculate figures and amounts using addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.

Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Good eye/hand coordination and reflexes.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

General lumber knowledge such as board sizing and quality terminology/requirements.

Industrial setting that includes but is not limited to frequent exposure to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at manufacturing job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Able to work at high elevations.

This safety-sensitive position requires employees to comply with all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Physical Demands:

Climb and descend a flight of stairs several times per day

Walk, stand, or kneel for up to 12 hours