Maintenance Tech

New-Mather-Metals,-Inc.; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

New-Mather-Metals,-Inc. seeks a maintenance technician to perform routine and preventative maintenance on production equipment, interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics, and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

You will train operators, lead peers in the absence of supervision, and uphold 6S and safety standards. The role requires 2-year associates degree or 4+ years related experience, with proficiency in basic tools and shop equipment, and ability to

Qualifications

• 2 year Associate Degree in related field or 4+ years of related experience.
• Proficient with basic hand tools and shop equipment.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Basic knowledge of control systems and automated equipment.
• Ability to train operators and lead when supervisor is absent.
• Adherence to 6S policies and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate forklift and overhead crane; work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Proficient use of basic hand tools and shop equipment.
• Interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose problems with limited supervision.
• Train operators to perform basic maintenance.
• Direct others in the absence of the department supervisor.
• Maintain 6S housekeeping in the department.
• Comply with safety policies and report unsafe activities.
• Lead team efforts to achieve department goals.

Skills

Hand tools

Shop equipment

Mechanical drawings

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Control systems

6S

Team training

Leadership

OHMs law

Education

Associate degree

4+ years related experience

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Computer

Copier

Fax machine

Phone system

Calculator

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Performs routine and preventative maintenance on production equipmentRequires employee to be proficient in use of basic hand tools and shop equipmentRequires employee to be able to interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematicsTroubleshoots electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems and mechanismsRequires employee to have basic knowledge of control systems and automated equipmentDiagnoses problems with limited supervision and trainingIdentifies and requisitions replacement partsResponsible for spare parts interfacing dutiesTrains operators to perform basic maintenance on machineryPasses acquired knowledge on to peers while working together as a team to repair equipmentMaintains good housekeeping requirements in departmentActively and aggressively supports 6S policies and practicesDirects others in performing assigned tasks as necessary in the absence of the department supervisorComply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human ResourcesParticipate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skillPerform other duties as assigned.Non Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Attend meetings as requiredPhysical Tasks:Must be able to operate a forklift, man lift, scissor lift, and be able to work at heights of 35 feet.Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision, and some Depth Perception required.Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product/technical nature.Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials.Cognitive Tasks:Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with peers and production personnelAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute, rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to understand OHMS lawAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility and willingness to learn new trade skills to better themselves and the companyMachinery and Equipment:Ability to operate a Forklift & Overhead crane, Computer, copier, fax machine, phone system, calculatorOther environmental or work conditions that arise in the course of employmentBasic computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.Work Environment/Environmental Conditions:Factory environment with noise and dustOther environmental or work conditions that arise in the course of employmentEducation and/or Work Experience Requirements:• 2 year Associates Degree in related field and/or 4+ years of related experience