KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Troubleshoots and addresses repairs and replacements of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic production or facility equipment.
- Coordinates the daily activities of the maintenance team including assigning maintenance tasks to team members considering production needs and individual capabilities.
- Leads the maintenance team through coaching, developing, and mentoring and escalates performance or employee relations matters to the Site Manager.
- Champions a safety-first culture across the maintenance team and site including strict adherence to all health and safety protocols and procedures, proactively identifying safety hazards, conducting routine safety audits, implementing agreed upon improvement plans, and training staff on proper maintenance related safety protocols.
- Develops and maintains the preventative maintenance program for the site to proactively minimize production downtime.
- Monitors and maintains maintenance inventory based on upcoming needs and submits purchase order requisitions timely to the procurement team for necessary parts, supplies, and equipment.
- Performs basic mold maintenance tasks and supports the production team on executing tool changes (i.e., conditioning molds, supporting installation, monitoring sensors, etc.)
- Manages new equipment installation and other one-time projects as necessary including vendor coordination, budgeting, reporting, and on-site project oversight.
- Maintains accurate maintenance and work order tracking using the maintenance management system.
- Partners with the Site Manager and other cross functional team members to identify opportunities for waste reduction, process standardization, and productivity improvements.
- Maintains a clean and organized working area and works towards 5S+ standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIRMENTS: - Must live or relocate to within a 30-minute drive of the plant located at: 1655 Gateway Ct. Elkhart, IN. 46514
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- 3+ years of experience working in a general maintenance function including knowledge of PLC controls (i.e., basic editing)
- Must successfully complete the internal certification process to perform lock-out-tag-out (LOTO) and operate industrial vehicles such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and floor scrubbers.
- Is diligent and can work safely, quickly, and with precision.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, ladder logic, and electrical schematics.
- Basic math (arithmetic) includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, division including fractions and decimals.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Verbal and written fluency in English
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: - Related technical certifications and or degree(s) with a strong preference for Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) certifications.
- Experience with advanced editing or programing PLC, specifically Allen Bradley controls, strongly preferred.
- +1 year of leadership experience.
- Experience leading large maintenance projects including project management skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Works in non-climate-controlled production and warehouse operations environment with moderate noise levels, prolonged periods standing/walking (>90% of the shift).
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, grab, and climb stairs.
- Must wear required PPE (heading protection, gloves, safety glasses, ARC flash, etc.) in the designated areas or while performing the designated tasks.
Pay range: $35.00 - $48.00 per hour, DOE The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the company.
Compensation details: 35-48
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