This position is responsible for effectively maintaining production and facilities equipment throughout the Plant while ensuring that equipment operates at design efficiency and throughput.
General functions:

1. Installation, service and repair of all plant equipment.
2. Able to carry out assignments with minimum supervision.
3. Ability to work overtime, off shifts and weekends if needed.

1. Able to work safely, follow LOTO procedures and other safety protocols
2. Have general knowledge of facilities equipment such as process/vacuum pumps, electrical power & controls, air compressors, chiller systems, pneumatic controls, valves and HVAC systems
3. Be able to troubleshoot, repair or replace mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, compressors, blowers, dust collectors, fans, heat exchangers, gearboxes, valves, extruders and other production support equipment
4. Be able to troubleshoot, repair or replace electrical components including circuit breakers, fuses, contactors, solenoids, safety switches, transducers, electro-mechanical relays, solid state relays, and electrical heating systems
5. Be able to perform minor welding repairs, metal cutting, and fabrication work
6. Perform equipment PMs, work order documentation, and other facilities support equipment
7. Be able to read & interpret both mechanical and electrical drawings
8. Be able to operate maintenance shop tools, electrical meters, forklift, scissor lift, and other associated tools needed for the job
9. Plan and organize individual work for day-to-day operations, projects and plant shutdown in a timely manner
10. Maintain good housekeeping throughout the plant and shop

1. High school diploma/GED
2. Preferred Electrical or Maintenance trade school/vocational certificate or 4 years working experience in a maintenance or electrical field.
3. Experience using computer software for email and other forms of communication: Microsoft office, Word, Outlook etc.

1. Be able to safely lift up to fifty-five pounds as needed during an 8-hour shift
2. Be able to safely climb and work from a ladder or other above ground level equipment
3. Be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment