Manufacturing Maintenance Tech

American Synthetic Fiber is a plastics extrusion company that manufactures Polypropylene Staple Fiber.

The Maintenance Technician position will be responsible for the installing, maintaining and troubleshooting this equipment. Prior experience in plastics extrusion or working knowledge in mechanical, electrical, hydraulics and/or pneumatics are a plus. We are a 24/7 operation with 12-hour schedules. Currently seeking Night Shift techs.

Pay rate based on experience.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION

The maintenance technician maintains production, quality, and safety by ensuring operations of machinery and mechanical equipment or other specialized tasks.

Primary Job Functions:

Perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance activities

Repair and maintain the operating condition of machinery and equipment

Performs proper diagnosis of electrical and mechanical equipment failure or malfunctions

Assemble, install, or repair wiring/electrical or electronic components, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment

Align and balance new equipment or equipment parts after installation, repair, or replacement

Responds with appropriate reaction time to quickly prevent equipment malfunctions, diagnose problems, or make repairs

Verify adequacy of repairs after maintenance tasks are complete

Communicate effectively with department supervision/management on estimated downtimes due to maintenance issues

Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level

Documenting when parts are removed from supplies, anticipating needed equipment/parts/supplies

Requesting the placement of orders and verifying correct receipt

Documenting repairs and work performed to include the purpose for work performed, time taken, parts used, work performed, comments/notes, and any other relevant information

Demonstrate, to the extent necessary, equipment function and features to machine operators

Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Any other responsibilities deemed necessary by maintenance supervisor/manager

Required:

Ability to lift and carry up to 50-75 lbs

Ability to lift 20-35 lbs over head

Ability to read and understand equipment, maintenance, and electrical related diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, maintenance manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications

Ability to troubleshoot machinery, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment malfunctions thoroughly

Ability to dismantle devices and equipment to remove, repair, or replace defective parts and rebuild devices and equipment to proper operating conditions

Ability to use hand tools, power tools, electrical testing devices, and measuring instruments

Ability to use machining equipment, cutting torches, and welders properly

Effective communication skills to work with supervision and co-workers

Desired:

Advanced ability to use machining equipment, cutting torches, and welders to repair or fabricate machine parts

Ability to effectively train/teach/educate equipment operators on equipment functionality and simple problem troubleshooting

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Experience:

3+ years experience working with and repairing mechanical/electrical equipment, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and motors within a manufacturing environment

2+ years experience working in an extrusion manufacturing environment preferred

5+ years experience working with hand tools, power tools, and electrical devices

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Vocational or technical school or equivalent work experience preferred

Schedule Type:

Full-time, 12-hour shifts, alternating 36- and 48-hour weeks

Additional requirements

Applicants must be physically capable of standing for long periods of time and able to lift 50+ lbs.

We are a Drug-Free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and all other required pre-employment checks, conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Experience:

Maintenance Tech, 3 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

Night Shift (Preferred)

Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Pendergrass, GA 30567