Machine Maintenance I

Machine Maintenance

Basic Scope/Purpose: (The job’s primary purpose or contribution to the department or organization.)

Provides full maintenance support coverage for all manufacturing departments as needed.

 Principal Accountabilities: (The job’s essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

· Perform all responsibilities in a safe manner using the Take 5 system for all non-standard work.

· Perform scheduled maintenance activities on all processing equipment.

· Diagnose and repair equipment failures.

· Recommend and implement changes that will improve equipment reliability.

· Support production as needed.

· Demonstrated proficiency w/ eMaint.

· Determine material required for necessary repairs.

· Utilize skills and knowledge in performance of daily repairs (electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic of processing equipment).

· Inform department supervisor/manager of diagnosis, approximate repair time and assistance required for specific project/department.

· Follow all procedures such as lockout/tag out and safety procedures.

· Complete all jobs in and orderly manner.

· Strive for breakdown recurrence prevention.

· Communicates effectively with associates, mangers, etc. (written and verbal).

· Shares information /issues with relevant personnel.

· Contributes to the team effort by listening to and using good judgment of co-worker’s ideas; training associates as needed; accomplishing related results as needed.

· Manage projects as assigned.

· Assist in monitoring all contractors on site and that they follow all applicable rules

· Assist maintenance supervisor with job site preparation and ordering material

· Use ERP System to enter order requisition and check on purchase orders

· Willing to work overtime as needed.

· Maintain and promote Fenner Precision Polymers’ values and behaviors at all times.

· Performs all the tasks related to machinery outlined in Manufacturing Support Mechanic I.

· Assist the engineering group with the design and fabrication of production equipment.

· Able to train and mentor maintenance associates.

· Assist manufacturing engineering with projects as needed.

· Demonstrates an understanding of all product requirements and processing capabilities.

· Is proficient in troubleshooting automated equipment and controls.

· Performs all the tasks related to machinery outlined in Manufacturing Support Mechanic I & II.

· Specializes in the development, installation and repair of automated equipment.

· Coordinates and/or provides assistance with all machinery purchases, installations and upgrades.

· Provides electrical and automation expertise during in-house machine builds, working with Engineering as required.

· Designs electrical and automation systems for in-house machine builds.

· Creates and maintains proper documentation of electrical schematics and control systems.

· Coordinates outside vendors to provide assistance with maintenance and automation projects as needed.

· Designs PLC and data collection programs, as needed.

· Researches and applies new technologies to advance the manufacturing processes.

· Ensures all equipment meets applicable safety requirements.

·           Performs all the tasks related to machinery outlined in Manufacturing Support Mechanic I & II & III.

· Schedules maintenance programs and processes for an assigned plant production facility.

· Performs preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex production equipment and systems.

· Troubleshoots and diagnoses the more complex equipment problems.

· Evaluates the need for replacement parts and places orders for needed tools.

Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities: (The level of safety accountability needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

· Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions

· Attend required EHS training

· Wear the required PPE at all times

· Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations

· Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present

· Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.

Career Progression Opportunities: (example: junior or senior levels)

There are four levels of Machine Maintenance. Expectations are outlined.

Education and/or Relative Experience: (The level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.)(Also show level of education needed for Career Progression)

· Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.

· Must have at least 2 years’ experience performing troubleshooting and repair of industrial equipment including related mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.

· Motion controls and electrical wiring knowledge, required

· Mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic knowledge, required

· PC literacy in basic MS Office applications and AutoCAD, preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (The licenses, certificates or registrations that are required to perform the essential duties of this job.)

· None Required

· ISA Certified Automation Professional, a plus.

· Six Sigma Yellow Belt required; Green Belt preferred.