Maintenance Specialist

Overview

NOW HIRING Maintenance Tech at our Manchester Road location in Kalamazoo, MI!

ROLE: Support the lines in your work group. Work with Value Stream Manager, Asset care manager, TSM, Work Group Leaders, Process Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, Line Technicians, Set-up Technicians, etc. to improve overall line reliability and case attainment.

Pay: Starting at $31.37/HR, based on experience

Night Shift: 5:15 PM – 5:30 AM with 3 paid breaks.

Schedule:

Week 1: Monday (work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work)

Week 2: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF)

Week 3: Monday (work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work)

Week 4: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF) and so on

KEY

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Diagnose faulty production and related plant equipment with minimal supervision using provided schematics, manuals, and drawings. Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems, troubleshoot electrical problems, and have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies. Train others in these responsibilities.
• Complete setup and process the line from scratch after a changeover.
• Understand the functions of a lip roller and bagger so new products can run through this equipment; this will involve running trials and processing product if the product does not satisfy auxiliary equipment demands.
• Conduct R&D trials on the shop floor and in the Tech center
• Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition so spares or replacements can be ordered
• Be knowledgeable of spare parts locations in the stores room and observe stores room withdrawal and return procedures
• General working knowledge of machine shop equipment
• Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks
• Maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures
• Understand and operate the SAP and RTC programs within Pactiv
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment
• Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by the maintenance Team Leader
• Work, train, and have open communication with all members of your work group team
• Walk story boards throughout the work group and develop action plans for resolution of repeatable failures
• Collaborate with other workgroup members on action items to improve line efficiency, lead line improvements, design of experiments, and projects
• 24/7 on-call phone support for assistance/reporting to/by team
• Other duties as necessary

Administrative: Demonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systems, including but not limited to SAP, Outlook, Excel, Microsoft, etc.

Communication/Teamwork:

• Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team
• Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamwork
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure

Safety: Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies, and procedures.

Quality: Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.

Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates advanced comprehensive knowledge of the entire process from concept to commercialization.

Operate Equipment:

• Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as required
• Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
• Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment

Maintenance/Repair:

• Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of production technological methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Three to five years of experience in a related field
• High school graduate required
• Completion of a vocational or trade school curriculum from an authorized school with a concentration in electro-mechanical courses desired
• Must be able to read and…