Maintenance Specialist

Job Reference: WM – 2972

Location: Ohio, USA

Salary: $35.50+

Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Maintenance Specialist – Job Summary:

We’re supporting our client, a leading global food producer based in Cleveland, OH who are looking for a Maintenance Specialist to join their growing team. The successful Maintenance Specialist will have twelve (12) years light-industrial maintenance experience required; Ten (10) years light-industrial maintenance experience required with preferred degree.

Salary:                         $35.50+

Job Type:                    Direct Hire

Location:                     Cleveland, OH

Job Start date:            ASAP

Responsibilities:

  • Performs assigned complex preventative maintenance work ensuring the highest quality of work and that each step is fully executed according to company standards.
  • Responds promptly to maintenance calls while ensuring accurate diagnoses of the failure; organizes materials and personnel needed for timely repair.
  • Performs and teaches advanced and complex proper preventative maintenance techniques; diagnoses and repairs all system and sortation equipment.
  • Performs PM techniques to diagnose and repair on Production and Packaging Lines
  • Uses the CMMS (Computer Maintenance Management System) to enter and retrieve activity log information and reports, inventory parts, create purchase requisitions, create work orders, open, assign and close scheduled work orders.
  • Mentors other employees in the department; provides training and guidance on the proper care of the material handling equipment.
  • Understands operations from the operator point of view and uses this understanding to a) assist so in making good maintenance decisions, and b) evaluate the system equipment efficiency.
  • Understands and troubleshoots the Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) controls, executes supervised PLC software modifications and backups, troubleshoot computer equipment and troubleshoots the electrical distribution system.
  • Oversees and performs system equipment efficiency and operations tests; evaluates and communicates results.
  • Demonstrates and adheres to safety standards by promoting a safe work environment through attending safety committees, training, and verifying all safety concerns are addressed.

About You:

  • High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s degree in electrical, electronic, mechanical, or maintenance engineering technology preferred.
  • Twelve (12) years light-industrial maintenance experience required; Ten (10) years light-industrial maintenance experience required with preferred degree.
  • Software skills, including use of Microsoft Office software and web-based applications.
  • Ability to follow detailed instruction to complete routine procedures and operate standard equipment.
  • Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of management.
  • Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
  • Ability to anticipate and identify problems and use sound judgment and fact-based analysis to develop effective and efficient solutions.
  • Ability to mentor, coach and act as a knowledge resource to other employees.
  • In depth knowledge of mechanical design, layout, fabrication and repair practices as they apply to power transmission and conveyor belt applications.
  • In depth knowledge of motors and motor control methods.
  • Proficient in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting techniques.
  • In depth knowledge of the PLC and computer control circuits.
  • Expertise in troubleshooting and repairing the production system.
  • Ability to weld, burn, and solder.
  • Ability to read and create electrical and mechanical schematic diagrams.
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Job Application:

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