Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician I-III

Sonoco; Akron (IN); On-site; USD 39,426 - 56,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company  {

Wellbeing tools and resources

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance plans including life, and AD

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco in Akron, IN is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician I-III to support maximum plant reliability by performing proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.

You will work safety, perform preventive and predictive maintenance, and participate in continuous improvement. Lead or planner duties may be assigned at the location.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in maintaining mechanical, electrical, robotic/automation, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems.
• Ability to read mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics (including PLC logic).
• Experience with CMMS and safety compliance (NFPA 70E).
• Welding, fabrication, and use of shop equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive maintenance to maximize plant reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot failures, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Document maintenance activities in CMMS to build asset history.
• Install, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation systems.
• Lead or assist as Maintenance Planner as needed by location.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

CMMS

Electrical safety NFPA70E

Welding

Machining/Fabrication

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in Mechatronics/Industrial Maintenance

Tools

AC/DC drives

Machining equipment

Pneumatic/Hydraulic systems

Job description

Position: Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician I-III.

Location: Akron, IN.

Wage: $28.62- $41.05.

Shift: 3rd- 11pm - 7am with OT as required.

From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

Reporting to the Plant Engineer, the Industrial Maintenance Reliability Technician (IMRT) is responsible for supporting the achievement of maximum plant reliability by performing maintenance tasks and activities as an owner of Sonoco’s Maintenance Excellence Process. Maintenance and reliability best practices will be utilized to maintain equipment in optimum condition, maximize availability, and support technological advancement.

The IMRT will use advanced multi-craft training and knowledge to perform proactive equipment/process/system maintenance; troubleshoot failures, perform highly effective root cause analysis, and make repairs in a manner that minimizes the potential for repeat failures; and actively participate in Sonoco’s continuous improvement effort.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Understand and comply with safety policies and procedures. Perform all tasks in a safe manner, set the standard for safe behavior, look out for co-workers’ safety, and actively own the safety improvement process by identifying and reducing safety risks and hazards in behavior, equipment, and processes.
• Proactively maintain, improve, install, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, robotic/automation, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems/processes/equipment.
  • Install, troubleshoot and maintain AC and DC drives/motors.
  • Effectively perform troubleshooting activities on PLC programs and modify and/or write PLC programs as required.
  • Weld as required by location.
  • Fabricate and install various electrical, piping, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment.
  • Perform shop work using machining and shop equipment such as lathes, drills, and milling machines.
  • Safely and effectively troubleshoot and assess equipment issues/failures; implement appropriate corrective actions.
  • Conduct thorough root cause analysis and follow up to ensure optimum corrective action; assist in developing procedures to drive to zero failure.
  • Drive proactive maintenance to eliminate unplanned failures; perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks and develop and improve procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with operations personnel to identify and resolve abnormal equipment conditions that could impact safety, quality, or productivity; help develop operator skill sets.
  • Effectively document all maintenance activity in the CMMS to build an accurate database of asset history.
  • Assist in identifying opportunities to improve equipment inspection, lubrication and access for new and existing equipment.
  • Identify and utilize proper tools for each job.
  • Meet or exceed housekeeping and 5S standards across all maintenance areas.
  • The IMRT Senior role may serve in a Lead or Maintenance Planner role as required by the location.

We’d Love To Hear From You If

• Demonstrated competency in the skills laid out in the competency matrix for each of the IMRT classifications (I, II, III, & Sr).
• Technical skills and knowledge to proactively maintain, improve, install, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, robotic/automation, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems/processes/equipment.
  • Ability to read and understand mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics (including PLC program logic).
• Working knowledge and experience in performing electrical work in compliance with NFPA 70E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
• Welding skill level appropriate to the Sonoco location.
• Machining / Fabrication skill level appropriate to the Sonoco location.
• Proficiency with standard computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Proficiency in using a CMMS.
• Ability to adapt to and lead change.
• Ability to master and employ new skills as required by new processes, technology, or advancement opportunities within the maintenance organization.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Strong proactive maintenance and reliability thought process.

Minimum Education Required

• High school diploma (preferably with a vocational focus).

Preferred Education

• Associate’s degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or related technical field.

Minimum Experience (Preferred)

• IMRT I – 4+ years.
• IMRT II – 6+ years.
• IMRT III – 8+ years.
• IMRT Sr – 10+ years.

*Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services.
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family.
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.