Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Department: Maintenance

Position Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician

FLSA: Non-Exempt, Full-time

Reports to: Plant Manager

Position Summary

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining industrial machinery and equipment in a manufacturing setting. This role ensures the smooth operation of production equipment through both preventive and corrective maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and is adept at troubleshooting and problem-solving.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on industrial machinery and equipment, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machines, stamping presses, automation packaging equipment, manual and CNC equipment.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical and electrical issues, utilizing test equipment and precision measuring instruments as needed.
• Execute scheduled and preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs as needed to restore equipment function quickly.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery components, including replacing defective or worn parts.
• Interpret and utilize mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance.
• Document maintenance activities, track work orders, and analyze performance trends.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of parts and supplies, anticipating future needs and placing orders as required.
• Collaborate with production teams and other departments to coordinate maintenance activities and minimize production disruptions.
• Maintains manufacturing assets and facility, parts inventory, monitoring purchase orders, work with manager on invoice approvals and acts within budget.
• Foster an environment of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Maintain effective working relationships and cooperation with all departments.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies, including OSHA standards and Lock Out Tag Out procedures, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• As required, this position will be expected to be flexible on work schedule to ensure optimal business operations. May require irregular hours or on-call availability, including overtime on weekend shifts depending on operational needs.

Education, Qualifications, Experience

• High school diploma or GED required, technical training, associate's degree, or certifications in Industrial Maintenance
• 10+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance or a related field preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of CNC and Manual Machines preferred.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical and mechanical systems, including troubleshooting and repair of AC/DC motors, VFDs, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and various equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, and ability to operate equipment such as forklifts, hoists, and cranes safely and efficiently.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills are beneficial.
• Formidable analytical and problem-solving skills, communication, and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience managing multiple vendors and assisting managers in negotiating contracts and pricing.
• Demonstrate proficient computer skills including ERP systems or maintenance planning systems.
• Effective leadership and project management experience required.
• Ability to consistently maintain positive relationships.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands , Work Conditions and Occupational Exposure

While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

• Be able to work in a demanding physical environment, including lifting and moving heavy objects, standing for long periods on concrete floors, and working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Will frequently sit at a desk, stand and walk for prolonged periods on concrete
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
• Operates and handles a computer, equipment and tools using hands and fingers frequently to complete tasks
• Will use specific vision abilities required by this job which include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Exposure to extreme heat, hot, dust/fumes, cold outdoor and indoor conditions

EOE