Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Essential Job Functions
- Align with and embrace Smooth-On’s 4 Pillars: Civility, Accuracy, Safety and Productivity;
- Willing to work with others in team;
- Follow all safety procedures and policies to protect employees, visitors, equipment, and company property;
- Complete assigned work safely, efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with standard operating procedures, job aids, and work instructions;
- Demonstrate professional and respectful conduct by listening actively, communicating clearly, working cooperatively, and resolving issues constructively;
- Comply with all company rules, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements;
- Complete assigned work safely, efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with standard operating procedures, job aids, and work instructions;
- Perform routine inspections, adjustments, lubrication, repairs, and maintenance on production machinery, packaging equipment, and facility systems;
- Support Production with equipment changeovers, troubleshooting, upgrades, installations, and continuous improvement activities;
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform safe, timely repairs to minimize production downtime;
- Complete preventive maintenance tasks according to the established schedule and applicable procedures;
- Evaluate, prioritize, and communicate maintenance needs based on safety, production impact, and equipment condition;
- Document labor, repairs, parts used, equipment condition, and follow-up actions accurately in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS);
- Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and other departments as needed;
- Seek guidance from a Team Leader or Manager before performing an unfamiliar task or assignment;
- Complete assigned work safely, efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with standard operating procedures, job aids, and work instructions;
- Maintain assigned work areas, tools, parts, and materials in a safe, clean, organized, and efficient condition;
- Report on time and being available for occasional overtime when required, with reasonable notice whenever practical;
- Reliable and regular attendance;
- Reliable transportation to and from work;
- Demonstrate willingness to cross-train and learn other job functions;
- Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned, whether specifically listed in this job description or not.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring tools, and common maintenance equipment. Machining and welding experience is preferred;
- Working knowledge of CMMS software, including documenting completed work and identifying follow-up actions;
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including single-phase and three-phase equipment operating up to 480 volts preferred;
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical processing equipment, mixers, pumps, conveyors, and packaging machinery;
- Working knowledge of electric motors and basic industrial controls, including starters, relays, contactors, overloads, sensors, and VFD fault identification. Full PLC programming knowledge is not required;
- Working knowledge of industrial plumbing and piping systems;
- Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components;
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively to urgent maintenance needs;
- Willingness to learn new equipment, procedures, and maintenance responsibilities;
- Recognize the limits of personal training and authorization and seek guidance before performing unfamiliar or higher risk work;
- Ability to prioritize work, troubleshoot methodically, and work independently (with limited supervision during a shift such as 2nd;
- Ability to complete work orders, inspection records, and reports clearly, accurately, and completely;
- Ability to safely operate a forklift, scissor lift, order picker, pallet jack, and other powered industrial equipment after required training and authorization.
Experience and Education
- Five (5) years of successful industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment with operating machinery and packaging equipment required; and,
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; and,
- Maintenance experience in chemical, plastics, adhesives, coatings, or a related process-manufacturing environment preferred; and,
- Technical or trade-school training in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, mechanical systems, welding, machining, or a related field preferred; and,
- Experience using Windows-based software and CMMS, with the ability to enter and retrieve maintenance information; or,
- Equivalent combination of education and experience