Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician is responsible for mold/extrusion changes, set-up & process troubleshooting on molding machines, extruders, auxiliary, and processing equipment. Provides hands-on technical ability.  Strong trouble shooting skills required. Minimize equipment downtime. Identify defects and make adjustments.

This is a 2nd shift position

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Material change-overs on liquid injection machines as prescribed by a weekly schedule.
• Check and complete all paperwork associated with the setup and adjustments of tooling, machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain the highest level of workmanship standards in order to produce high quality product
• Use strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot machines and auxiliary equipment. Determines the root cause of machine alarms faults . Makes all necessary adjustments and tool or machine repair recommendations.
• Initiates a root cause investigation to address any major maintenance related equipment failures and report findings to Maintenance Manager.
• Suggests implementations to equipment for maintenance related improvements to increase productivity and reduce overall cost and equipment failure.
• Promotes teamwork and ensures that all maintenance work orders generated are opened and closed in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with Flexan employees and Management.
• Calibration of equipment to ensure all equipment is following the standards within a specified range.
• Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters voltmeters,  megohmmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Maintain a safe working environment. 
• Communicate best practices to other team members across shifts.
• Cooperation and professional conduct with coworkers, staff, and managers.   
• Meet Flexan standards for quality and productivity.
• Follow all Flexan procedures for traceability,  process control, safety, and housekeeping.
• Follow all procedures for cleanroom operation, cleanroom attire, and contamination control. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Technical degree is preferred. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree for a candidate who can demonstrate the combination of experience, training and education to be capable of successfully fulfilling all duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Must have intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel
• Prior experience with programmable logic controls, primarily with Allen Bradley and Siemens, including an understanding of control system designs and network communication interfaces.
• Ability to read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
• In depth knowledge of compressors, chillers, and water softener systems.
• Ability to read and understand prints and electrical schematics.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate needs and demands in an effective manner.
• Must be detail oriented, focused and able to produce accurate and professional documents.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ATTITUDES:

• Must be motivated and creative, work well under pressure and operate effectively in a fast-paced team environment. 
• Must meet internal deadlines and customer due dates
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate needs and demands in an effective manner.
• Must be detail oriented, focused and able to produce accurate and professional documents
• Must have advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint