Maintenance Technician - (SACMI) Closure Line

Description

A SACMI Closure Line Maintenance Technician's duties involve ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of the high-speed compression molding (CCM) and lining equipment. This role requires a blend of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic expertise.

 Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) and lubrication tasks on all production equipment (CCM machines, chillers, compressors, etc.) to minimize downtime and extend machinery life.
• Conduct routine inspections of machinery and systems to identify potential problems before they escalate into major failures.
• Use predictive maintenance tools (like SACMI's Alarm Analyzer) to monitor machine health and analyze alarm trends.
• Respond rapidly to emergency breakdowns with a strong sense of urgency to diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions during production.
• Dismantle, repair, or replace broken or malfunctioning components, including drives, motors, belts, pumps, and valves.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical/electronic issues, hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, and control systems (PLCs, sensors, etc.)
• Orders and installs replacement parts for machines.
• Prepares reports documenting work performed.
• Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines.
• Fabricates and welds basic steel projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities: 

· Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills

· Works well independently and with others· Good communication skills

· Organized with attention to detail· Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment

· Interested in Continuous Improvement and able to thrive in a self-directed environment

· HS Diploma/GED Required. Three years of relevant experience (one employer) may be substituted

· Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required

· Prolonged periods standing and walking

· Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery

· Must be able to visually inspect machines