This position is responsible for the day to day maintenance and troubleshooting of different industrial machines.  This person will need to be a quick learner and show their mechanical understanding and skills to assist with production and minimize machine downtime.  Will work in a team environment and will need to communicate with operators to resolve issue.  This person has also knowledge with pneumatics systems and able to make measured adjustments.

DESCRIPTION

• Ensure all parameters of Safety, Food Safety and Quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the plant
• Works with Safety first, understands and follows all Safety procedures, wears PPE and meets training requirements.
• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements
• Inspect machines, engines, etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues
• Familiar with pneumatics automation, transmitters, control valves, flow/level/pressure/temperature switches
• Troubleshoot downtime in support to production and meet standards
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems
• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components
• Know about sensors, actuators, transducers, temperature controllers, VFD’s and transmitters used with Electro-Mechanical machine controllers
• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery
• Must work in a team environment to find solutions and
• Perform all tasks with a sense of urgency and accuracy
• Keep all areas clean and follow 5S housekeeping
• Follows housekeeping standards
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management

COMPETENCIES

• Strong mathematical skills, understands metric system and conversions.
• Aptitude in using various hand tools (screwdrivers, hammers etc.) and precision measurement tools (e.g. calipers)
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, blueprints etc.
• A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines
• Very good communication skills and problem-solving ability
• Dependable and Punctual
• Ability to be organized, multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment
• Familiar and understands FSSC 22000:2005 and ISO 9001

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred experience in mechatronics, robotics and hydraulic systems
• Minimum 3 years of industrial mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a definite plus