Maintenance Technician I - 3rd Shift

Northwire; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwire, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot and repair production lines, perform preventative maintenance, and assist with equipment upgrades. The role involves electrical, electronic, mechanical, and PLC support in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include completing PM work orders, calibrating equipment, maintaining building and grounds, record keeping, and promoting safety and quality through proper procedures and tool handling. Some overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent certification
• 2-3 years experience in a manufacturing position
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment and controls
• Perform preventive maintenance on production lines and related systems
• Assist with equipment retrofits or upgrades
• Maintain building and grounds as needed
• Complete maintenance records accurately
• Promote safety and quality through proper procedures and PPE use

Skills

Root cause analysis

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent certification

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Troubleshoot and repair production process lines, including mechanical, electrical, electronic, and PLC issues. Perform preventative maintenance on production process lines and related equipment. Assist with equipment retrofits/upgrades as needed. Occasional painting of equipment or facility. Maintain building and grounds as needed. Perform calibration of equipment as needed (i.e. spark testers, etc.). Complete maintenance records.

Essential Functions:

• Completes predictive maintenance (PM) work orders on production equipment, forklifts, water & air systems, building heating and cooling systems, and other auxiliary systems/equipment and ensures they are complete and on time
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical and electronic equipment/components
• Repair and modify production equipment; installation of new equipment & systems
• Completes machinist-type tasks-tooling and buillding special parts
• Perform calibration of production equipment
• Maintain building and grounds
• Records management both paper and electronic
• Promote safety and quality by demonstraiting correct processes, procedures, and appropriate handling of materials/tools/equipment
• All other duties as assigned

It is the responsibility of all Team Members to:

• Proactively ensure a safe working environment for Team member and guests
• Live and model the Vision, Mission Quality and Safety Policies
• Create a culture of performance as evidenced by continual improvement in Safety, Quality, Innovation and attaining company sales revenue and earnings growth targets
• Create a learning organization that can adapt to changing market needs
• Abide by Code of Ethics for Professional Conduct, utilizing appropriate behavior in situations requiring ethical decisions and maintaining absolute confidentiality
• Support the delivery high quality products and services that exceed customer expectations
• Problem solving
• Analytical ability (Root cause)
• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Dexterity
• Organizational skills
• Basic electricity/electronics
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Basic computer skills

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Manufacturing environment working around moving and test equipment. Electrical test equipment presents exposure to high voltage. Approved PPE (e.g. safety glasses, steel-toed footwear) is required while working in the manufacturing area. Frequent lifting and maneuvering of reels required. Work involves close contact with oiled and greased equipment. Indoor and outdoor environmental work required. Work on high temperature machines with moving parts and live electrical panels is required. Working in the office environment involves computers in laboratory, phones, and other personnel in close proximity. Willing to work flexible hours if needed for business purposes.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Lifting up to 50 lbs. While performing the duties of this position, the TEAM Member is frequently required to talk or listen to fellow TEAM Members. Using both hands for simple grasping/torqueing, firm grasping/torqueing and firm manipulation. Ability to use head and neck in static, frequent flexing/extension and frequent rotating positions. Ability to sit, stand and walk.

PPE as needed: (e.g. safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, standard work gloves, heat resistant gloves, chemical resistant gloves).

Expected Hours of Work:

Monday through Friday with an estimated total of 40 hours per week. Schedule may fluctuate based on business needs with the potential of overtime.

Travel:

There is limited travel expected for this position.

Relocation:

No relocation is expected for this position.

Required Education:

2-year technical degree or equivalent certification experience

Preferred Experience:

2-3 years' experience in a manufacturing position

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable):

None

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the TEAM Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Northwire, Inc. is anEqual Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V