Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance with the ability to work effectively in a high-paced manufacturing environment. This role is critical in ensuring our production equipment is maintained and operates efficiently to support seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct routine and preventive maintenance to ensure the reliability and longevity of machinery and equipment.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.
Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and improve machine efficiency.
Maintain detailed records of maintenance schedules, repairs, and adjustments.
Adhere to safety standards and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
Recommend and implement improvements to optimize equipment performance.
Assist in training operators on proper equipment usage and minor maintenance tasks.
Experience in developing and executing Documented Preventive Maintenance plans for all equipment to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
Ability to create a Maintenance ticketing and priority process for the immediate future with long term goal of identifying potential Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for an ever evolving and efficient Maintenance process.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

Required:
- A minimum of 2 – 5 years of proven experience in a fast-paced large scale manufacturing environment, performing repair and maintenance.
Preferred:
- A background in Pressroom and Bindery Manufacturing is a plus.
- Additional certifications in relevant fields such as hydraulics, pneumatics, or industrial safety are a plus.
- Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other automation technologies is a significant advantage.

Technical Skills:

Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including ability to troubleshoot and facilitate a repair to bring the equipment online quickly and follow up to ensure longevity of the repair.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
Basic welding and fabrication skills.
Experience in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with operators, supervisors, and technical teams.
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high-quality standards.
Skilled in identifying potential issues before they cause breakdowns and taking proactive measures to address them.

Safety and Compliance:

Comprehensive knowledge of workplace safety protocols and the ability to maintain a safe working environment.
Familiarity with OSHA standards and compliance requirements in an industrial setting.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and move heavy equipment as needed.
Comfortable working in manufacturing environments that may include exposure to noise, heat, or other conditions typical of production facilities.
Must have personal tools (specialty tools provided by the company).

Additional:

Opportunity for ongoing training and certification in additional maintenance and electrical areas is available.

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