Maintenance- IA

PHOENIX CLOSURES; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PHOENIX CLOSURES in Davenport, IA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain production machinery across the molding and lining departments. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems, and ensure machines run safely and efficiently.

The role requires hands-on experience with pneumatics, basic electrical work, welding, and operation of forklifts and lifting equipment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with pneumatics, basic electricity, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read assembly diagrams, electrical/pneumatic symbols and blueprints.
• Experience with hand and power tools, welding, and precision measuring equipment.
• Follows safety rules and GMP-related policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on molding and lining department machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical issues on production equipment.
• Coordinate with outside resources for parts and repairs as needed.
• Document daily, weekly, and monthly PMs and safety checks.
• Operate aerial lifts, forklifts, and pallet jacks as required.
• Assist engineering on projects as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Pneumatics

Basic electricity

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints/schematics reading

Hand & power tools

Welding/fabricating

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Fork lift certification

Tools

Lathe

Surface grinders

Milling machine

Welding equipment

Calipers / measuring tools

Forklift

Job description

Description

Repair and maintain all production related machinery and physical Plant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs preventative maintenance according to established procedures;
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues on molding and lining department machinery and auxiliary support equipment (e.g. presses, lining/assembly machines, chillers, cooling towers, un-winders, spinning bowls, etc.);
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on molding and lining department machinery and auxiliary support equipment (e.g. presses, lining/assembly machines, chillers, cooling towers, un-winders, spinning bowls, etc.);
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic issues on molding machines;
• Contact outside resources to help with troubleshooting and obtain part numbers;
• Notify supervisor of part numbers for low inventory stock or parts needed for repairs;
• Perform mold and lining tool changes when necessary;
• Adjust lining machine vision systems when necessary;
• Performs and completes necessary documentation for daily, weekly, and monthly PMs, safety checks, and troubleshooting/repairs;
• Follows and adheres to all safety rules and procedures such as lock out / tag out and arch flash;
• Welds and/or Fabricates parts (e.g. guards, tooling components) for machines as needed;
• Continually increases skills through education and training;
• Familiarizes themselves with all equipment on the production floor including its purpose, use, and function;
• Must be competent in operation of aerial lifts, motorized pallet jacks and forklifts;
• Assist engineering on projects as needed and directed by supervisor;

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties that may be assigned;
• Responsible for following all Food Safety and GMP related policies and procedures;
• Responsible for following all Safety Rules, polices, procedures and work instructions.
• Backup: Off-shift Maintenance

Requirements

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Fork lift certification.

EXPERIENCE

• Hands on experience in pneumatics, basic electricity and mechanical devices, usage of hand and power tools, measuring devices, welding, surface grinders, lathe;
• Ability to read and understand assembly diagrams, electrical and pneumatic symbols and diagrams, and blueprints/schematics.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Pushing or Pulling (0-5 lbs. typically 0-15% of the day) – tools; (5-60+ lbs. typically 15-40% of the day) parts, tool box
• Lifting or Carrying (0-1 lbs. typically >70% of the day) – tools, parts; (1-60 lbs. typically 0-40% of the day)
• Simple grasping (15-40%)
• Firm grasping (15-40%)

EQUIPMENT USED

• Hand and power tools, fork lift, surface grinders, precision measuring equipment, welders, lathe, milling machine, personal computer, phone, calculator, copier, printer, scissors.

CONTACTS

• Management, Maintenance Personnel, and Production Personnel.

SUPERVISION

• Maintenance Supervisor.