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Maintenance Technician - Plastics/ Injection Molding

Responsibilities:Install, repair and maintain all equipment and facilitiesAnalyze mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment and make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and qualityTry out equipment after repairs, changeovers or extended downtimeRecord operational data, such as pressure readings, length of stroke, feeds and speeds for use in set-up and preventive maintenance recordsReview Production System Efficiency and Quality System Efficiency workshops to support continuous improvement; propose and implement continuous productivity, process and quality improvement actions for all facilitiesFacilitate equipment moves on the shop floorGive advice on technical specifications of new equipment and alterations on existing equipment and facilities, making sure manufacturing, maintainability and Health, Safety & Environmental requirements are metSet up requisitions for supplies, equipment and facilitiesParticipate in the management of the inventory of spare parts and consumables to eliminate downtimeKeep up-to-date documentation related to maintenanceQualifications:Technical diploma, preferably with a specialization in maintenanceAt least 3 years of maintenance/engineering experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Robotics troubleshooting and PLC programming knowledge is a plus.Proven ability to undertake tasks of substantial variety or complexity which require and extensive knowledge of fabrication/processing techniques, tools, materials, machines, and equipment.Ability to work in a matrix organization.