Maintenance Technician (End Plant)
Compensation
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**POSITION SUMMARY:**
Our Waco, TX facility manufactures aluminum ends/lids for beverage cans commonly used for soft drinks, beers, energy drinks, teas and non-carbonated beverages. Using state of the art end-making technology, this high-speed environment provides rewarding manufacturing opportunities.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team at a high-volume aluminum end manufacturing plant. This role is essential for ensuring the reliable operation of our high-speed manufacturing equipment, specifically the Shell Press and Conversion machinery. The Maintenance Technician is a multi-skilled professional responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and complex repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime and maintain world-class production rates.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**
EQUIPMENT TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
- #### Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical failures, electrical faults, and control system issues on high-speed, automated production lines.
- #### Respond immediately to equipment breakdowns, identifying root causes and implementing effective, long-term solutions to restore operations quickly.
- #### Expertly utilize blueprints, schematics (electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic), technical manuals, and precision measuring tools to perform repairs and installations.
MECHANICAL AND PRECISION MAINTENANCE
- #### Perform essential mechanical tasks including gearbox repair, bearing replacement, conveyor maintenance, aligning shafts, and replacing worn parts on presses and converting machines.
- #### Execute precise alignment procedures on high-speed rotating components and tooling interfaces.
- #### Perform welding and fabrication for minor repairs and modifications as needed.
ELECTRICAL AND CONTROLS MAINTENANCE
- #### Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems up to 480V, including motors, motor controls, distribution systems, sensors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- #### Read and interpret PLC logic (primarily Allen-Bradley) to diagnose machine faults, identify control failures, and assist Engineering in program modifications.
- #### Calibrate and repair instrumentation, including temperature and pressure sensors, flow meters, and proximity switches.
PREVENTATIVE AND PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE (PM/PdM)
- #### Execute scheduled Preventative Maintenance (PM) tasks and calibrations according to the plant's schedule and checklists.
- #### Participate in Predictive Maintenance (PdM) activities such as vibration analysis, oil sampling, and thermography to anticipate potential equipment failures.
- #### Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document all work performed, log parts used, and track equipment history.
SAFETY AND STANDARDS
- #### Strictly adhere to all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, confined space entry, and working at heights.
- #### Ensure all maintenance work complies with relevant codes and standards (OSHA, NEC).
**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:**
REQUIRED
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience serving as a trade or mechanical technician in a related industry is required in lieu of a formal degree.
- Aptitude: Strong spatial reasoning, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail.
- Tool Proficiency: Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, and rigging equipment.
**PREFERRED**
- Degree: Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or Electro-Mechanical Technology.
- Industry Experience: 2 years of experience in equipment maintenance specifically within a manufacturing operation.
- Specialized Knowledge: Knowledge of mechanical engineering designs and experience maintaining motor controls and complex industrial installations.
- Technical Literacy: Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics.
**GENERAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:**
- Understanding manufacturing processes.
- Prefer data collection and analysis experience in a high-volume automated manufacturing environment.
- Understanding engineering, scientific and other technical information.
- Experience of New Product Introduction, reworking design changes and upgrades through to production.
- Ability to understand and interpret technical manuals, 2D drawings, P&IDs, fluid and electrical
schematics and other engineering documentation.
- Proven understanding of BOMs, manufacturability, process design, process validation, assembly
methods, design reviews and cost reduction methodologies.
- Innovative leader with the ability to identify opportunities and influence organizations to gain support and
overcome resistance with data and persuasion.
- Ability to develop manufacturing documentation.
- Capable of identifying critical proces
Benefits
Estimated- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Overtime available
- Safety training provided
