Maintenance Technician 2 - 1st Shift

Baxters North America, Inc.; Salem, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxters North America, Inc. in Salem, OR, is seeking a Maintenance Technician 2 for the 1st shift to perform preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex electrical and mechanical production equipment.

You will troubleshoot problems, calibrate equipment, and ensure safety and product quality across production lines. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of related experience (five years preferred) and training in welding, sheet metal, machine work, plumbing, and electrical systems; CMMS

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of related experience; five years in manufacturing preferred.
• Formal training in welding, sheet metal, machine work, plumbing, electrical systems.
• Experience with calibration and equipment changeover; ability to use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment per manuals.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoots downtime and implements countermeasures.
• Creates requisitions for parts and materials.
• Performs equipment calibration and changeover.
• Attends training classes.
• Complies with OSHA safety rules.
• Collaborates with production and support to ensure food safety and product quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automation

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Self-Directed

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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Maintenance Technician 2 - 1st Shift

Full Time Maintenance Salem, OR, US

Scope of Job:This position is responsible for performing preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex electrical and mechanical production equipment and systems. Follows standard procedures to monitor equipment for performance, safety, and effectiveness. Performs equipment failure analysis to complete preventive and unscheduled maintenance. Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems. Logs equipment modifications and maintenance details in the designated system.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Repairs and maintains, in accordance with operation manuals and manufacturer's specifications, machinery, and mechanical equipment, such as, conveyor systems, and production equipment, by using hand, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment downtime and implements countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
• Creates requisitions for parts and materials needed for projects assigned.
• Performs equipment calibration and changeover.
• Attends company scheduled training classes.
• Complies with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Collaborate with production and support departments to ensure food safety and the quality of our products.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education: Highschool diploma or GED required.

Experience: Formal training in the following: welding, sheet metal, machine work, plumbing, equipment repair, mechanical system, electrical systems, CMMS systems, and equipment calibration. Additional years of experience may substitute for training. Must have 1 to 3 years of relative experience required. Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Additional years of experience may substitute for training.

Competencies:Automation, Calibration, Equipment Maintenance, Failure Analysis, Manufacturing Support, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Numerical Control, Production Support, Refurbishment, Total Productive Maintenance, Equipment Repairs, Mechanical Maintenance, Equipment Monitoring, Process Documentation, Mechanical Aptitude, Problem Solving Skills, Self-Directed, Diagnostic Acumen, Proactive, Innovative, Adaptive, Integrity and Operational Excellence.

Physical Requirements:Requires prolonged standing, squatting, and walking. May lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs.