Machine (PFAB) Maintenance

PTMW, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

PTMW, Inc. in Topeka, KS seeks PFAB Industrial Maintenance Technicians to maintain fabrication equipment including press brakes, punch/shear machines, CO2 laser/punch machines, roll form equipment, CNC router, and robotic loading.

You will support downtime reduction and perform routine PM tasks across multiple brands. Responsibilities include updating the Preventative Maintenance database, installing punches and dies, operating a surface grinder, and assisting with general building maintenance.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Detail-oriented with an ownership mindset.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, physical capacity test, and breath alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of equipment operations to diagnose machine failures.
• Perform scheduled maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Update and maintain Preventative Maintenance database.
• Install and replace punches and dies for machinery.
• Operate a surface grinder for sharpening punches and dies.
• Conduct building maintenance as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Independent working

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Education

Vocational/technical degree in industrial maintenance

1+ year industrial maintenance experience

Tools

Excel

Access

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: PTMW Inc - Topeka, KS 66618Education Level: Not Specified

PFAB Industrial Maintenance Technicians are responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the fabrication equipment. Equipment includes Press Brakes, Punch/Shear machines, CO2 Laser/Punch machine, Roll Form machine, CNC Router, Robotic loading and material handling of various workshop equipment. Brands include Prima Power, Schroeder, Bradbury and Bystronic.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop a thorough understanding of equipment operations to effectively diagnose machine failures.
• Perform scheduled maintenance tasks promptly to minimize production downtime.
• Update and maintain the Preventative Maintenance database.
• Install and replace punches and dies for machinery.
• Operate a surface grinder for sharpening punches and dies.
• Conduct building maintenance as needed.

QualificationsQualifications:

Required:

• Valid driver’s license
• A detail-oriented, “ownership” attitude toward work.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work additional hours (overtime) to meet demand as needed
• Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, physical capacity test, and breath alcohol.

Preferred:

• Either a vocational/technical degree in industrial maintenance or 1+ year of industrial maintenance in a manufacturing plant
• Experience with turret punch presses, press brakes, or roll form sheet metal processing machines is a plus.
• Knowledge of CNC controls and experience diagnosing and repairing PLC-controlled electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with frequency drives.
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Excel and Access is helpful.