Machine Maintenance Technician III

Smith+Nephew; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching Program

Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program

Job summary

Smith+Nephew in Memphis, TN is looking for a Machine Maintenance Technician II to manage the repair and maintenance of various metalworking machines. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, along with an associate degree in a technical field being a plus.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, performing maintenance schedules, and training more junior technicians. The role also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401k match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Machine Maintenance Technician II.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must furnish own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain machines and equipment for medical device manufacture.
• Perform preventive and remedial maintenance schedules.
• Train Level II technicians.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Machine maintenance

Use of hand tools

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Forklift operation

Education

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology

Tools

Hand tools

Oscilloscopes

Job description

About The Role

Repair and maintain metal working machines and equipment used in the manufacture of medical devices. Typical machines are CNC and conventional mills and lathes, presses, stamping equipment, gundrills, screw machines, and other specialized equipment. Required to use blueprints, schematic drawings, sketches, and other specifications. Uses hand tools and special test equipment.

What will you be doing?

• Performs troubleshooting by starting equipment and evaluating mechanical, hydraulic and electrical units and controls to determine source of malfunction.
• Uses blueprints, machine specifications, and schematic drawings to determine repair procedures.
• Removes and replaces defective units, controls, or components.
• Tests and repairs components such as PC boards, power supplies, and controls stations with oscilloscopes, VOM’s, logic probes, etc.
• Adjusts sensitive electrical, thermal, and timing devices to specifications.
• Starts repaired and/or new equipment to verify readiness for operation.
• Performs preventive and remedial maintenance schedules and records work for GMP records.
• Performs maintenance to meet safety (OSHA) requirements.
• Determines needed operating supplies and parts and informs department supervisor.
• Coordinates projects with internal customers and outside contacts, vendors, etc.
• Trains Level II technicians.
• Maintains parts inventory and orders emergency repair parts in assigned area.
• Attends production team meetings in assigned area.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Other Job Functions

• Drives to local vendors for repair parts and supplies.
• Monitors spare parts usage to keep adequate stock on hand for minimum downtime of machinery.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What will you need to be successful?

Education

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology or related technical field is a plus.

Experience & Other Requirements

• +2 years of experience as a Machine Maintenance Technician II involving electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Forklift license required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Candidate without an Associate degree must have four years of experience in machine maintenance involving electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and one year metal machining experience (test administered).
• Must furnish own hand tools such as open end, box end, sockets, adjustable and pipe wrenches, screw drivers, pliers, Allen wrenches, hammers, etc.

Benefits

• 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement.
• Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program.
• Hands‑On, Team‑Customized, Mentorship training.
• Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Smith+Neb provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.