Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

WHAT IS TEKNIPLEX?

TekniPlex Healthcare is a respected business partner that specializes in the manufacturing of medical and pharmaceutical packaging for companies around the world. We aim to deliver better patient outcomes by manufacturing products that allow for less invasive procedures, reduced pain, faster healing, and safer drug delivery. We are currently hiring for a 3rd shift (11:00pm - 7:30am) teammate in our Maintenance Department, located in City Industry, CA. Pay range is $32 - $38 per hour, plus 10% shift differential.

SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Ensures operation of mechanical and basic electrical systems of extrusion process equipment and the facility related equipment through troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance. This is to be accomplished through the utilization of engineered drawings, operation manuals and OEM specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze equipment malfunctions and determine cause using mechanical, pneumatic and electrical skills.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting of secondary plant distribution system (switch gear, breaker panels, wiring/busses, junction boxes, switches, outlets, etc.).
• Familiarization with local, state and national building codes including the NEC.
• Calibrate and adjust plant instrumentation.
• Perform minor instrument repairs.
• Familiarization with common preventative maintenance practices as well as the importance of record keeping accuracy associated with it.
• Process work orders utilizing a computerized maintenance system.
• Active participation in a project lead role as required.
• Perform all duties of a Mechanic I.
• Participates in plant safety / housekeeping audits to ensure a safe work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 5+ years maintenance experience preferably in a manufacturing environment or a combination or work experience and education.

Highly recommended the candidate hold a certification / license in one or more of the following areas: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, welding or general construction.

Motor Controls a plus.

Electrical experience a plus.

Ability to make routine decisions and report / communicate malfunctions to management.

Demonstrated ability to read and understand blue prints, wiring diagrams, etc.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Good English communication skills, both verbal and written

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit and

frequently required to stand; walk; use hands & fingers; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic, flammable or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Company

Tekniplex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.