MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Plastic Omnium; Adrian (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of manufacturing equipment. This role involves performing preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting complex electrical and mechanical issues, and promoting a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, along with experience in safety protocols and training. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact production efficiency and safety standards, making a difference in the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and manage safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Promote safety and participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Document maintenance activities and support technical training.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

PLC programming

Safety training

Mechanical troubleshooting

Weld adjustments

Risk analysis

Coaching and mentoring

Project management

Education

Technical diploma in Maintenance or related field

Certification in Electrical or Mechanical systems

Tools

Fanuc robots

ABB robots

Siemens S7

Maintenance management software

Job description

MISSION

Responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance of manufacturing plant production equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities & Activities

Responsibility 1:

• Promote a safe working environment and implement / participate in safety improvements
• Support the assigned zone to meet target metrics
• Troubleshoot and repair plant electrical/hydraulics/pneumatics and electronic (PLC) issues
• Perform all levels of preventative maintenance and maintain maintenance log books
• Participate in blow molder and assembly equipment tool changes
• Support special projects such as machinery moves, launches, and continuous improvement
• Documentation of work performed in clear and concise form

Responsibility 2:

• Participate in SMED and TPM events and apply concepts in daily activities
• Complete assigned work orders
• Conduct technical safety training (LOTO, Stop 5, Top Safety)
• Write / update LOTO instructions
• Perform technical safety audits
• Write / update PM/CM work instructions
• Lead 8D / issue technical bulletin after significant downtime events
• Coaching / mentoring of new skilled trades team members
• Basic Fanuc / ABB robot: touch up points, re-master, PMs, change motors/cables
• Assist Process Engineers with the process specifications and during trials
• Able to manage projects: define scope, get quotes, purchase parts, schedule implementation, provide documentation and training
• Proficient in: Weld adjustments / Weld quality basics / Helium leak test troubleshooting / Hydraulics + schematics / Carriage and swivel troubleshooting / Safety relays and light curtains / Mechanical prints / Electrical troubleshooting + electrical schematics + electrical safety / Drive troubleshooting / Basic BMM controls + function: TSMB, doubles, high speed singles / Grinder safety controls / PM + CM of central services / Siemens S7 connect and troubleshoot as needed

Responsibility 3:

• Full understanding of the LOTO concepts, and its application
• Method, devices, and instructions used to lockout/tagout machinery
• Choice of appropriate level of LOTO (when we have to apply complete LOTO, or partial LOTO or “door locked” only)
• Able to perform risk analysis before LOTO and work performed inside machines
• Ability to train and coach other technicians on LOTO and safe work practices
• Responsible to advise when standard work instructions are not covering a necessary specific activity
• Responsible to check the correct application of LOTO, in line with procedures

Responsibility 4:

• Authority and responsibility to stop production when a quality or safety issue arises

• Work requires walking, talking, seeing, hearing, sitting, climbing, bending, stooping, grasping, crouching, pushing, balancing, reaching, kneeling, and standing
• Must be able to lift up to 33lbs on a regular basis
• Work requires working under high and low temperatures at certain times

Pay Range: $28.63 - $33.45

Integrated Management System (IMS)

For everyone out of MACO, Region Leadership Teams and Plant Managers:

Within his/her scope of responsibility, he/she respects the standards and rules in terms of Quality, Safety and Environment contributing to the IMS process management and improvement.

ORGANIZATION

POSITION KEY INTERFACES (internal and/or external)

Internal

• Maintenance Team
• EHS Specialist
• MRO Buyer
• Process Technician Supervisors
• Production Supervisors

External

• Contractors

POSITION BACK UP

• Other Maintenance Technicians

KEY MEASURES & FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY

• Downtime
• OEE
• Scrap / Usage
• Labor Costs

Stores Budget