Maintenance Technician I - 1st Shift (Plastics)

Job-ID: 16727; Location(s): McPherson, KS 

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician performs basic activities for installing, maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment and physical structures, following specifications, blueprints, manuals and schematic drawings, using hand tools, power tools, and measuring and testing instruments.  This is an entry level position and will work on the guidance of supervisors and higher leveled technicians.

What You'll Do:

Preventative Maintenance of Equipment and Machines

• Performs preventative maintenance on building mechanical and manufacturing equipment according to checklists provided by service manuals and scheduled maintenance program, including but not limited to inspecting belts, fluid levels, replacing filters, greasing bearings, seals, etc.
• Maintains equipment serviceability by conducting periodic inspections; completing preventive maintenance requirements; identifying and repairing or replacing faulty parts.
• Installs or assists new equipment; tests equipment to ensure they are running according to manufacturers specifications.

Preventative Maintenance of Building and Plant Systems

• Performs routine preventive maintenance on building and plant systems according to checklists provided by service manuals and scheduled maintenance program.
• Monitors computer controlled plant systems to oversee water and electrical systems, chillers, heating and air conditioning, steam bay, etc.

Troubleshoot and Repair

• Receives work order requests for repairing machines and equipment; works with Supervisor to determine priority and schedule of repairs.
• Operates basic power tools to accomplish fabrication of new or converted equipment and machinery.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions, and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors and/or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem in order to repair machine.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts, following specifications and blueprints, using precision measuring instruments and hand tools.

Clean Up

• Performs the 6S activities to organize and manage workstations.

Record Keeping

• Confirm hours per work order using SAP Plant Maintenance.

Other

• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned

What We're Looking For:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of computer programs and applications to troubleshoot equipment
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos, manuals, blueprints, drawings and schematics
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose facility and machine problems
• Strong troubleshooting skills using test instruments
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize work schedule
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 0-4 years of building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.

Total Rewards Package:

Compensation

• Base: $22.00 - $26.00 hourly, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
• Time Off Programs – 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days

Your contact person:

Christopher Welsh  -  christopher.welsh@viega.us - +1 (620) 798-9019 

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