Industrial Maintenance Technician II: PLC & Equipment Repair

FHLB Des Moines; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Profit sharing

401(k) match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Oatey is seeking a Production Maintenance technician to support and sustain production equipment, continuously improve operations, and complete Preventative Maintenance requests. You will be accountable for machine downtime and involved in the plant’s OEE metric.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical PLC systems, installing equipment, supporting changeovers and setups, and promoting Lean Manufacturing and 6S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• PLC classes and/or relevant technical certifications are a plus.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical diagrams is expected.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and completes repairs of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical PLC systems with minimal supervision.
• Works in a team environment and participates in problem solving.
• Completes Preventative Maintenance requests in a timely manner per standards.
• Installs equipment and components like motors, pumps, and compressors.
• Responds to production support calls as needed.
• Provides maintenance oversight and assists in changeovers and setups.
• Uses hand and power tools and measuring instruments.
• Supports Lean Manufacturing goals and 6S practices.
• Develops relationships with production teams for maintenance needs.
• Follows safety guidelines and is respirator-fit ready.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical/PLC

Teamwork

Lean Manufacturing

6S

Safety compliance

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Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PLC classes / technical certifications

Tools

Drills

Saws

Hand tools

Electronics

Welder torch

Job description

Oatey is seeking a Production Maintenance technician to support and sustain production equipment, continuously improve operations, and complete Preventative Maintenance requests. You will be accountable for machine downtime and involved in the plant’s OEE metric.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical PLC systems, installing equipment, supporting changeovers and setups, and promoting Lean Manufacturing and 6S.