Maintenance Technician

Plasman

We believe that what separates the impossible from the possible is perspective. Together we have the solution. More important than where you are going, is who you get there with. We are innovative and collaborative, time-honored and future-focused, and above all we are dedicated to our work, our customers, and each other. From design to delivery, across the globe, we make shared visions a reality. And together, we will accomplish more than ever imagined. We are Plasman, and we are One Driving Force.

At Plasman, you will work with the world's best and brightest to shape the future of our global company. Our employees come from rich and diverse backgrounds working collectively together for the success of one company. With over 4000 employees across 24 locations we believe the most impressive thing we've built is our workforce.

Plasman Hopkins - 1302 5th Street South Hopkins, MN 55343is immediately seeking a new member to join our team as:

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

2ND SHIFT (Monday through Friday from 3pm to 11pm)

3RD SHIFT (Sunday through Thursday from 11pm to 7am)

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician performs maintenance functions and assists fellow Maintenance Technicians as a team in the activities of the Maintenance Department.

The duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Examining and repairing malfunctioning machines.
• Performing advanced pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical circuit work.
• Performing advanced work on automated valves, shaft alignment, balancing, vibration, and linear drives.
• Developing a complete understanding of material feed systems
  • Troubleshooting material feed systems, if needed.
• Operating and maintaining a calibration program for molding machines and peripheral equipment. This calibration program identifies types of machine/equipment, operating parameters, frequency of calibration, calibration methods and equipment and summary of machine/equipment performance improvements.
• Applying diagnostic knowledge/skills for troubleshooting molding machines and peripheral equipment. Troubleshooting may involve the mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical/electronic, controls and computer hardware/software components of the machine/equipment.
• Re-assembling and dismantling machines/equipment to improve or correct their operation.
• Replacing, adjusting and cleaning components.
• Checking machine/equipment operation.
• Directing team efforts on process improvements and problem solving to improve production monitoring, calibration, machine analyzing and process benchmarking systems, as requested.
• Conducting training on machine diagnostics, component calibration, Mattec and general molding machine operation, as requested.
• Documenting all activities, especially machine calibration programs, procedures, and instructions, in compliance with ISO/QS requirements.
• Applying company guiding principles while carrying out job duties.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-years of technical school is required. The candidate must be able to apply principles acquired through the study of shop math, shop practices, and mechanical drawing.
• Minimum of 48 months experience in a manufacturing plant, preferably in injection molding or related industry.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
• Must have a basic understanding of diagnostic and calibration equipment.
• Must be able to operate Windows, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Must be able to understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Must have an extensive degree of mental and visual attention.
• Able to provide direction to others on specific projects, as requested.
• Good communication skills exemplified by interacting with others in different job classifications.
• Personal tools are provided by the employee.
• Must be a strong team-player.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and successfully multi-task.
• Must be able to manage and balance multiple projects.
• Must have a desire to work in a hands-on and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process or have any questions, please contact HR.

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