Description/Job Summary

This person is heavily involved in the monitoring of equipment and will play a role in the preventative maintenance. This individual will work with the extrusion and press Operators to learn the process of operating an extrusion line. On a daily basis, must be able to effectively communicate (orally and written) with employees and other departmental personnel. Must Troubleshoot equipment/process problems in manufacturing to provide additional level of technical support.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in the troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial equipment and machinery.

• Electrical experience is preferred.

• Experienced with interpreting electrical schematics and drawings efficiently.

• Capable of programming drives and understand PLC logic.

• Basic welding and machining skills are a plus.

• Intermediate knowledge of standard software (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook).

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Willing to adhere to all plant safety rules and promote an environment where safety is first.

• Proactive in addressing safety issues and concerns.

Training

The Electric Technician will be trained on safety, paperwork, machine operation, materials knowledge and housekeeping. The Electric Technician will need to learn the process of troubleshooting and repair of various equipment including extruders, printing presses, bag machines, separators, and other equipment used in the production of polyethylene blown film products.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Must observe all safety precautions and regulations at all times in all areas where duties are performed. Will be responsible for reporting all safety hazards and potential unsafe working conditions. Must actively participate in safety meetings.

• Must understand and comply with all current plant policies and procedures.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical/mechanical equipment failures.

• Interpret electrical schematics and drawings efficiently.

• Capable of programming drives and understand PLC Logic.

• Work with the Operators to learn the processes associated with operating an extruder and printing press.

• Perform die changes in extrusion.

• Perform preventative maintenance on all manufacturing equipment.

• Perform maintenance tasks, i.e. replacing electrical switches, current & voltage meters, replacing AC & DC motors, heater bands, temp controllers, thermocouples, solenoids, counters, and Vector drives.

• Monitor the chillers and air compressors.

• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

Organizational Relationships / Scope

• Must possess ambition and make suggestions for improvement.

• Must have good interpersonal/leadership skills and be able to interface with all departments and associate levels.

• Must have good teamwork skills and be able to interface with all crew members and relief personnel and work toward resolving conflict congenially. Make an extra effort to deal with coworkers and supervisors on a mature and positive basis.

• Must be willing to handle job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.

• Must have flexibility to accept additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

• Must be willing to work off-shifts, overtime and weekends as necessary for business needs.

• Must have regular reliable attendance as well as ability to work outside the regular schedule as required.

• Willingness to travel since some travel may be required for training or support purposes.

  Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices & Software

• Hand and pneumatic tools

• Welder, Grinder, Drill Press

• Printing Presses

• Extruders, Bag Machines, Winders,Separators

• Pallet Jack, Forklift