Sr. Maintenance Techician

The Senior Maintenance Technician ensures equipment uptime through timely, in-depth troubleshooting and repair of all equipment failures.

Shares knowledge of all production equipment to leads, operators and material handlers.

Performs troubleshooting and repair of facilities including auxiliary equipment such as chillers, air compressors, other water filtration equipment and general maintenance of the plant.

Works directly with the Maintenance Technician, Leads, Machine Operators, Supervisors, and Management to resolve mechanical issues.

Through the use of preventative and predictive maintenance processes, the Sr.

Maintenance Technician champions continuous improvement efforts and assists with training in their designated focus areas.

In the absence of the General Manager, this position reports to the CEO Vitop.

Job Summary: * Perform all work in accordance with the highest standards of SKNA-Vitop safety policies, ensure all safety policies and processes are enforced.

* Remains active on the floor including providing any “hands-on” trouble shooting and maintenance of production equipment.

* Work directly with plant leadership to develop and execute projects involving continuous improvement, upgrades, and the resolution of re-occurring problems * Rapid identification of machine problems to minimize equipment downtime with root cause analysis conducted to prevent re-occurrence * Partner with Supervisors to resolve cross-functional problems * Use of available software systems to analyze and identify issues to drive throughput performance * Assist in preventative maintenance and overhaul efforts to rebuild equipment to like-new status during planned downtime * Works in the areas of Injection Molding processing, Assembly machine processing, Labeling technology, Auxiliary systems including resin handling/blending, resin drying, dehumidification, vision, mold systems and Plastic processing * Works closely with EHS Manager and Maintenance Manager on any projects concerning Environmental projects for the plant * Collaborate with purchasing stock control of maintenance parts * Advise, in the first instance, the Plant Manager at the earliest opportunity of any concerns he/she may have regarding the Performance of the department and/or its processes * Visit the work area frequently to ensure compliance and discusses safety issues with team.

Explains to team that safety excellence is expected and is a requirement of employment.

Encourages the team to report incidents, near-misses and unsafe conditions.

SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.

* May interface with vendors and suppliers as necessary to discuss products used in repair work and/or projects that need to be completed * Adhere to lock-out tag-out policy and procedures.

* Work with all departments to meet daily tasks.

* Perform all duties safely and efficiently.

* Other duties as assigned.

Education/Qualification/Experience * 3+ years’ experience in maintenance functions for Manufacturing or Process Improvement; preferred * 3 + years’ experience with Injection Molding and Assembly Machines * 3 + years’ experience managing people/projects * Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic * Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power tools * Proficient skills with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges * Skilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (mig, tig or stick) * Skilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power * Ability to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagrams * Skilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi-bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules * Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (verbal and written), dealing with individuals at all levels; comfortable to represent the company in the best possible light * Excellent analytical skills, methodical approach, and commercial acumen; Applies analytical thinking * Ability to work against strict deadlines and deliver on time, capable of prioritizing various tasks among team * Provide sound information to Management, supporting him/her in his/her decision-making process * Display well developed organizational skills, demonstrate initiative & judgment and a proven record of service excellence Knowledge * Knowledge of safety practices and expectations.

* Knowledge of quality practices and expectations, and respect for product.

* Ability to effectively communicate.

* Extensive Knowledge of OSHA requirements and Lockout/Tag out Procedures.

* Strong Knowledge of Safety,5S, LEAN /TPS Toyota Production System a plus.

* Understanding standard work (SOP’s). * Understands and follows Company’s quality and corporate/environmental policies.

* Understands and follows procedures and work instructions established by SKNA - Vitop, USA.

Skills * Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and problem solve effectively and ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with multiple variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule from Management/Supervision.

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Must be able to lift and stack objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and frequently exert 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects.

* Work involves periods of sitting, standing, and walking, climbing ladders, staircases, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting/turning, and reaching, bending at the waist.

Indoor/ out-door work environment with exposure to weather extremes.

* Must be able to perceive the nature of sound, utilize near and far vision, depth perception, provide oral information, and possess the manual dexterity to handle and work with various materials and objects which are essential aspects of this position.

* The noise level in the work environment is dependent on area of the plant.

* Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (eye protection, ear protection, hand protection and safety shoes) is required for specific tasks and/or area of the plant worked in.

EEO Statement Smurfit Kappa is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a Vietnam Era, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal Veteran, recently separated or other protected veteran.

Smurfit Kappa also complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations, and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where Smurfit Kappa operates.

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