Job Description

Responsibilities:

Maintaining a working knowledge of the facility, plant processes, equipment and systems in order to perform maintenance effectively with minimum down time under general direction; Diagnoses of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubles; Install, repair and maintain plant equipment (mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, minor electrical, etc); Suggest continuous improvement ideas for equipment and production; Provide recommendation for proper level of equipment spares and maintain approved level; Preventative maintenance routines; Assist all departments in evaluating issues and making repairs; Expedite the requisitioning of materials needed for various maintenance functions; Works in co-operation with plant personnel and outside contractors when required; Assist in the commissioning of new equipment; Maintains tools, including calibrated tools in proper working condition per ISO requirements; Record all repairs, preventative maintenance functions and inventory usage per ISO requirements; Performs routine general maintenance work and documentation as required; Performs duties as required utilising forklift and crane; Maintains a tidy work environment; Committed to a safe work environment; Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High school Diploma or general education degree (GED) 5 years of experience in general maintenance in a manufacturing environment; Excellent troubleshooting skills in PLC's, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration systems for production machinery and support equipment; Able to demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude; General knowledge of blueprint reading for equipment; Able to troubleshoot hydraulics, pneumatic and minor electrical issues ; Skilled in root cause analysis and trouble techniques of equipment problems; Welding/ Oxy-Acetylene equipment skills required; Working knowledge of lathe, milling machine, grinder and hand tools; Able to work in a team environment under minimal supervision; Must have a valid driver's licence; Good interpersonal skills and a customer service orientation; * ISO experience an asset.