Mainteanance Associate

Now Hiring a Maintenance Mechanic II at our Hazleton, PA location

Role: Support in the form of installation, repair, and maintenance on all related equipment, buildings, and systems associated with the FK manufacturing facility. Completes tasks independently; and as a team member.

**Reports to: **Asset Care Team Leader (Gary Swire)

Shift/Schedule: 12HR night shift 6:30am-6:30pm

Alternating 36 hour / 48 hour work weeks

Week 1: 36 hrs

Week 2:48 hrs

Week 3: 36 hrs

Week 4:48 hrs

**Starting Pay: $28.26/HR , **paid weekly with a $1.50 night shift differential

Key Job Requirements:

• Diagnose and repair faulty production and related plant equipment with the minimum amount of supervision using the provided schematics, manuals and drawings. Be able to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems, troubleshoot electrical problems and have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies
• Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition in order that spares or replacements can be ordered
• Be knowledgeable of what and where spare parts are in the storerooms and to observe store rooms withdrawal and return procedure
• General working knowledge of machine shop equipment
• Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks
• Will be expected to maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment
• Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by maintenance supervisor
• Other duties as necessary

**Technical Competencies: **

**Administrative: **Demonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systems.

Communication/Teamwork:

• Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team
• Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamwork
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure

**Safety: **Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and procedures.

**Quality: **Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.

**Technical Knowledge: **Demonstrates an advanced comprehensive knowledge of entire process from concept to commercialization.

Operate Equipment:

• Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as required
• Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
• Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment

Maintenance/Repair:

• Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of production technological methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• PLC Programming Experience
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Equipment Troubleshooting

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Extrusion Machine
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)

Salary info:

$28.26 / hr