Job Description
Job Description
**Essential Functions
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• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings and testing equipment
• Repair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at facility
• Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara’s defined processes
• Maintain industrial control systems
• Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner
• May fill in for production operator as needed
• Create and report repairs throughout shift. Complete required work order paperwork, document parts and material usage
• Understand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation. Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job to ensure equipment and facility uptime
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice
**Qualifications
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- Minimum Qualifications:- 4 Years – Experience in Field or similar maintenance environment
- 4 Years – Experience in Position
- 4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments
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Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
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Effective communication of issues and solutions to cross-functional team members
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Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic
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Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power tools
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Proficient skills with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges
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Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of plant or machine center
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Will need own toolbox and basic tools
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Preferred Qualifications:- 6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
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6 Years – Experience working in Position
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6 Years – Experience managing people/projects
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*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
- Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industries
- Experience with the following technologies:
- Variable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motor
- Rotary equipment such as rotary press or filler
- Thermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processing
- Krones, Sidel, or Husky equipment
- HVAC including chillers and/or air compressors
- Experience working with electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting
- Skilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (mig, tig or stick)
- Skilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power
- Ability to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagrams
- Skilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi-bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules
**Competencies
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This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
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Lead Like an Owner
- Makes safety the number one priority
- Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
- Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
- Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
- Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
- Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
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InnovACT
- Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
- Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
- Increases performance through greater efficiency
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Find a Way
- Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
- Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
- Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
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Empowered to be Great
- Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
- Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
- Communicates effectively to manage expectations
**Education
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Minimum Required:
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High School Diploma
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Preferred:
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Associate’s Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation or other similar manufacturing-related specialization
**Certification/License:
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- Required: N/A
- Preferred: N/A
**Foreign Language
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- Required: None Required
- Preferred: None Required
Benefits
Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:
Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
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Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
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Paid parental and caregiver leaves
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Medical, including virtual care options
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Dental
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Vision
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401(k) with company match
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Health Savings Account with company match
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Flexible Spending Accounts
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Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
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Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
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Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
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Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
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Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
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And more!
You should be proficient in:
- 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Conveyor Systems
- Servo Motors