Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

At Novolex, we take pride in supporting our families across the globe. Our team is rich in diversity and our entrepreneurial culture encourages continuous personal growth and teamwork. Our careers include manufacturing, engineering, procurement, supply chain, finance, HR, product development, sales, marketing and an ever-expanding array of others to support our continuing rapid growth.

Under the general direction of the Plant Engineer/Maintenance Manager, this position is responsible for supporting various maintenance functions such as: installing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing production, process and facility manufacturing equipment onsite, as well as performing modifications, repairs, and preventative/predictive maintenance tasks on existing equipment.

The Multi-craft Technician (MT) will work on various production systems including plastic extrusion, converting, pelletizing and vacuum resin handling. In addition to production equipment the MT will also work on facility equipment such as chillers, air compressors, pumps, blowers, air conditioners, etc. The MT will utilize “Maximo” as the Computerized Maintenance Management System to schedule work, track parts, record hours worked and plan for future work. Essential to success is a focus on safety in all the actions taken by the MT and of those around them.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

Mechanical Aptitude:

• General knowledge required in mechanics (gears, bearings, pulleys, belts, etc.), pneumatics and hydraulics in order to effectively troubleshoot high speed equipment problems in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
• Practical knowledge in the use of precision measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, etc.
• Ability to safely operate shop tools such as cutoff saws, drill press, bench grinder, hydraulic press, vertical band saw, arc welders, acetylene torch and various other hand tools is essential.

Electrical Aptitude:

• Position requires basic electrical knowledge.
• Candidate shall be capable of using a digital multimeter to detect the presence of voltage, identify faulty wiring, blown fuses, faulty switches, terminal ends, circuit boards, breakers and photoelectric controls.
• Must be able to troubleshoot simple circuits, three-phase power systems, motor controls, AC/DC drives, PLC's and servo drive systems.
• Must be able to perform installation of conduit runs, disconnects, fuse boxes, relays, motor controls, motors and brushes.
• An Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology is preferred but not required.

Candidate Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Attention to detail, cooperative attitude, and sound work ethics are essential.
• 2 or more years manufacturing experience in Maintenance function including electrical functions preferred.
• Fork lift experience helpful, but not required.
• Must possess troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Ability to work 12 hour day or night shift.
• May be required to complete training courses as determined by management.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
• Candidates must provide their own tools and tool box. A general tool list can be provided.

Physical Demands:

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

• Must have full use of hands, arms and legs to reach in, around, over and under the equipment to facilitate diagnosis and/or repair of equipment.
• At times, there may include significant pushing, pulling, bending, lifting, walking, stooping, crouching, crawling, repetitive motion, ladder and stair use.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 100lbs.
• Ability to use sight, sound, smell, and feel to diagnose variations in equipment performance.
• The working environment, at times, may be noisy, hot, humid, hazy or cold.

Following GMP in compliance with all food safety requirements.

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Novolex™ is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual, who because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company’s application process should contact Jamie Wells at hrcompliance@novolex.com.

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