Maintenance Technician III

Colonial Group; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and emergency maintenance on machinery, equipment and facility systems to ensure peak production efficiency and safety.

You will work under the Manufacturing Manager, perform preventative maintenance, read diagrams, and assist with repairs, while supporting a strong SQDC culture and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience as a manufacturing Maintenance Technician.
• Proficient understanding and interpretation of wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to fabricate parts and welds for repairs or upgrades.
• Experience reading diagrams, manuals and engineering specs to troubleshoot.
• Able to read calipers and micrometers and measure parts accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on CNC machines, ovens, cranes and other equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery; replace defective parts.
• Assist contractors on overhaul and repairs to machines and facilities.
• Read diagrams, manuals and specs to troubleshoot.
• Maintain inventories and order parts as needed.
• Travel between facilities; mileage reimbursement may be provided.
• Document actions in logs; support SQDC goals.
• Train others and share knowledge with the team.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Wiring diagrams

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Forklift experience

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Job description

What You\'ll Do

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine and emergency maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facility systems to ensure optimal production efficiency and safety.

Technical Job

• Perform preventative maintenance on CNC machine tools, spinning lathes, ovens, overhead cranes and various manufacturing equipment


• Apply in-depth knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication and electricity


• Understand how to fabricate machine parts and welds as needed to repair or upgrade machine tools, equipment or facility


• Troubleshoot and repair machinery includes tear down and replacement of defective parts, reassembly and readjustments


• Assist outside contractors on overhaul and repair to machine tools, facility improvements and other projects


• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, hydraulics, and production machines


• Read and follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications to troubleshoot malfunctions


• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments


• Determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments


• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges


• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques while monitoring compliance


• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verify receipt


• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results


• Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests


• Utilize, track, and update Maintenance Ticketing software


• Travel between facilities and part suppliers may be required, in which case mileage reimbursement is provided


• Accurately execute PCS (Process Control Sheets) and provide feedback when revisions are needed


• Assist Engineering with the implementation, creation, and maintenance of PCS


• Document actions by completing production and quality logs as needed


• Accomplish organization goals by actively exploring opportunities to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. (SQDC)


• Train others by openly sharing information, knowledge, and expertise with the team


• Complete job assignments as directed by Manufacturing Manager


• Attend meetings, trainings, and participate in audits as directed

Safety

• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations

• Comply with all company rules including company safety policy and all federal, state, local, and other safety regulations and practices


• Use personal protective equipment and devices provided for machinery, equipment, tools and processes, when defined in PCS, Company Safety Policy, Job Safety Analysis or Management direction


• Report all unsafe conditions, accidents and injuries immediately to management

Housekeeping

• Actively participate in 6S and lean activities as outlined by the Company


• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following Company instructions


• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs


• Store and maintain tools, equipment and gauges as defined by company standards


• Keep work area clean and organized to company standards/expectations




• Daily cleaning and sweeping of work area, tools and equipment


• Empty trash and waste as needed


• Personal items removed from workstations

What You\'ll Bring

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)


• Minimum 5 years proven experience as a manufacturing Maintenance Technician


• Proficient understanding & interpretation of wiring diagrams, schematics, flow diagrams, etc.


• Forklift experience is preferred


• Reliable transportation


• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills


• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details


• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Capable of following directions


• Take responsibility for achieving production efficiency, quality of product and reports discrepant material immediately


• Demonstrate customer focus by seeking out, understanding, and responding to the needs of both internal and external customers


• Maintain a positive attitude and communicate openly and honestly with others


• Solve problems proactively and contributes to continuously improving the process/product


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods


• Comfortable working in environments with noise, heat, or dust


• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day