Maintenance Technician (Maintenance)

Samuel Son & Co Inc., is growing! MECHANICAL TECHNICIANS, are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity with an industry leading organization? Bring your strong production and general labor experience and motivated attitude to Samuel Son & Co. We are a market leader and will offer you some of the best experience in the industry! 

Here are some of what we have to offer: 
- Competitive compensation and annual bonus 
- Health, dental and vision insurance 
- 401(K) plan with company match 
- Paid vacation 
- Opportunity for advancement and career growth 

SUMMARY & SCOPE: 
The maintenance technician position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site's business goals and objectives. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 
- Maintain work log and complete required paperwork 
- Utilize electrical controls experience to perform repairs and scheduled work in an extrusion operation 
- Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment.  
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.  
- Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.  
- Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.  
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.  
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.  
- Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities. 
- Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions. Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties. 
- Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.  
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.  
- Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned 

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE: 
- High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience 
- Must have 4+ years' experience in electrical controls to include motor drives, temperature and pressure control system, and understanding of PLC principles 
- Strong knowledge of extrusion operations and support equipment to include blending and drying systems preferred. 
- Must have good understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical principles 

ROLE REQUIREMENTS: 
- Daily expectations include the ability to work independently to identify causes of equipment failure and repair as needed 
- Must be able to follow direction to complete assigned tasks in a safe and productive manner 
- Must be able to work in a team environment or independently as situations dictate  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. must be able to climb 30 ft ladder.   

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 
Extrusion facility that operates 24-7.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Proper PPE required such as; ear plugs, safety glasses and safety shoes. 

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 
• Install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and equipment. 
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, electrical code specifications, and schematics in order to effectively troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment. 
• Diagnose, locate the cause of, and repair malfunctioning systems, and components using test equipment. 
• Perform preventative maintenance through inspection of electrical systems, equipment, and components. 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records. 
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. 
• Direct and train other workers and apprentices to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. 
• Work on other electrical projects as required. 
• Requires some mechanical maintenance. 
• Ensure all work performed adheres to all relevant organizational, local and federal safety regulations, codes, and specifications. 
• Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned. 

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE: 
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications. 
• Familiar with PLC, with some experience in programming. 
• Knowledge of induction heat treat and painting processes for equipment preferred. 

ROLE REQUIREMENTS: 
• Minimum 5 years' Industrial Electrician experience required with preference given to those with a background in a manufacturing environment. 
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment. 
• Experience with routine maintenance operations. 
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment. 
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. 
• Able to work well under pressure. 
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Knowledge of safe operating procedures. 
• Self-starter, with developed analytical and troubleshooting skills. 
• Computer literate required, along with accountability, analytical thinking, problem solving skills and risk management.