Mechanical Control Technician

Mechanical Control Technician

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of industrial maintenance experience and education
• Technical training in accredited technical school or equivalent, with certification in one or more of the following: industrial math, rigging, industrial maintenance, welding, pipefitting, machining, lubrication, condition based monitoring, a plus
• Must have completed a formal maintenance or technology program and must have minimum experience of three years in a general first-class maintenance capacity in an industrial environment
• Basic electrical knowledge with AC/DC voltage preferred
• Must be able to complete pre-employment assessments required
• Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record
• Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government
• Knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and repairs of common mechanical systems found in an industrial manufacturing facility. Previous experience with one or more of the following: conveyors (screw, drag, belt), centrifugal pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, material handling systems, or boiler/steam systems, preferred
• Ability to read and understand labels, blueprints, schematics, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals and/or written instructions accurately

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting mechanical machine failures by disassembly and inspection of components
• Utilizing technical documentation (prints, manuals, specifications, etc.) to aid in troubleshooting. Accurately keeping maintenance records of critical and quality-related plant equipment
• Determining root cause of failure and correcting condition to prevent reoccurrence
• Auditing the maintenance program and identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement
• Repairing failure using current procedures and recommend alternative methods of repair
• Developing, documenting, and performing preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize equipment reliability. Generating out-of-tolerance reports, when required, for equipment found outside of acceptance criteria
• Performing precision maintenance tasks such as alignment checks, measurement of mechanical clearances, and balancing of rotating equipment
• Executing Motor and Plant lubrication tasks. Ensuring that grease quantity and intervals are maintained within appropriate guidelines. Maintaining procedures for critical and quality-related plant equipment
• Understanding and complying with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes. Participate in plant training and safety programs
• Use Company computerized maintenance management system (SAP) to record and access maintenance-related information
• Demonstrating safe work habits and proper care for tools and equipment
• Performing other duties as required
• Acquiring new mechanical, pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer literate with prior experience with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), SAP experience a plus
• Able to develop and apply mechanical/problem solving skills, preferred
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus
• Understanding of OSHA rules