Maintenance Technician

Job Title : Maintenance Technician

Location : Dallas TX

Summary

The Maintenance Technician will be able to provide technical solutions to automation-related tasks including troubleshooting, determining root case, implementation of fix and documentation of solutions.

Responsible for designing SOPs, installing, maintaining and troubleshooting automation equipment including logic controllers and HMI devices used in production equipment.

Must have a broad range of knowledge and understanding of process machinery, electrical controls, as well as mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems essential to plant and production related equipment.

WHAT'S ON THE MENU

Maintenance Tech, is responsible for safely maintaining, repairing, replacing and modifying all processing, packaging and facility equipment with optimal quality and efficiency.

In addition, the incumbent possesses supervisory responsibilities and functions.

Directs the daily activities and assigns tasks to the techs. This also includes training and monitoring the work of such employees.

Assists in the procurement of parts and planning of repairs

Leads complex projects, preventive maintenance activities and repairs across the facility

Able to operate CMMS systems and demonstrate 100% functionality in order to complete work orders as well as log corrective maintenance issues in the system

Effectively communicate with internal and / or external Technical Support, production personnel and other techs to identify problematic areas of concern, advance circuits and grounding, interpret diagrams, and test equipment

Perform electrical repairs and troubleshoot for the following : PLC controls, AC&DC motor controls, solid state motor controls, advance circuits and grounds, interpret diagrams, and test equipment

Read schematics, drawings and manuals to establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Must demonstrate an understanding of the companys objectives including productivity, yields, food safety, quality, customer service and cost goals;

daily work activities should support achieving those goals

Oversee or perform daily inspections, emergency repairs, routine adjustments and follow periodic preventive maintenance schedule

Maintain organized documentation and inspection records; be prepared for a facility audit of such records and related processes

Model professional workplace conduct and adherence to company policies such as the GMP compliance, attendance, punctuality, efficient and productive work habits and good personal hygiene

Provide support to Process Improvement (PI) projects and participate on safety teams

Serve as a resource to others in order to resolve mechanical and / or people issues

Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Must possess proficient mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting skills (logic and control circuits) and emergency repair skills;

ability to identify and repair problematic issues concerning all equipment and machinery, including finding innovative solutions to recurrent problems

Ability to use multimeter and other measurable instruments

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Must work effectively in a team setting as well as promote team and cooperation

Ability to analyze work requirements and plan accordingly.

Ability to cross train other mechanics as well as production personnel

Knowledge of National Electrical Code

Ability to work with single and three phase voltage

Must be capable of reading / mechanical blueprints

Capable of troubleshooting and making the repairs on AB PLCs (programmable logic controllers)

Ability to understand schematics, drawings, and manuals to establish facts and draw conclusions

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to demonstrate math skills as part of the daily activities such as fractions, decimals, percentages and the metric system;

efficient with ratios, metric system and formulas

Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

Must follow all Company Safety policies, as well as all GMP and FSQA regulations and all lock-out / tag-out requirements according to OSHA requirements.

Food Processing Industry experience, but not a must

NECESSARY

5 years Industrial Controls experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalency

Experience in a manufacturing environment required

Certificate in trade school or equivalent work experience related to a specific trade or general facilities and / or maintenance background

Must be able to take direction as well as ownership of given tasks

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Gmail, Basic Excel

ABILITIES

Ability to prioritize and manage multi-functional tasks

Ability to work effectively under pressure, and against strict time constraints

Ability to use standard powered and non-powered tools

Ability to accurately assess mechanical and electrical problems, make recommendations, communicate effectively and resolve issues quickly

Must be able to walk, bend, stand and reach for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift 49 lbs.