Maintenance Technician

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings and testing equipment

• Repair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at facility

• Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara’s defined processes

• Maintain industrial control systems

• Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner.

• May fill in for production operator as needed

• Create and report repairs throughout shift. Complete required work order paperwork, documentpartsand materialusage

• Understand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation.

• Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job to ensure equipment andfacility uptime.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, dutiesorresponsibilitiesthat are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities andactivitiesmay change at any time with or without prior notice

**Qualifications

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Minimum Qualifications:

• 4 Years– Experience in Field or similar maintenance environment
• 4 Years – Experience in Position
• 4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments
• Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Effective communication of issues and solutions to cross-functional team members
• Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic
• Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power tools
• Proficient skills with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges
• Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of plant or machine center
• Will need own toolbox and basic tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 6 Years – Experience working inPosition

- 6 Years – Experience managing people/projects- Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industries

• Experience with the following technologies:

oVariable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motor

oRotary equipment such as rotary press or filler

oThermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processing

oKrones or Sidel, equipment

oHVAC including chillers and/or air compressors

oExperience working with electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting

oSkilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (mig, tig or stick)

oSkilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power

oAbility to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagrams

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

**Education

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Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma with trade school credits

Preferred:

• Associate’s Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation or other similarmanufacturing-relatedspecialization.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Hydraulics Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Salary info:

$26 - $30 / hr