Maintenance Technician at Kymera International - SCM Plant

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

PLC troubleshooting, Preventative maintenance, Predictive maintenance, Electrical schematics, Welding, Pneumatic systems, Hydraulic systems, VFD repair, CMMS, 5S, Industrial systems, Mechatronics, Electrical test equipment, Machine setup, Autonomous maintenance, Safety procedures

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Description The Maintenance Technician troubleshoots and repairs mechanical & electrical issues including PLC problems on manufacturing and facilities equipment; performs and develops preventative (PM) & Predictive (PdM) maintenance procedures; implements Continuous Improvement Actions throughout the facility; leads other Technicians and contractors in machine setup, troubleshooting and repairs; and trains operators on basic maintenance skills to develop a true Autonomous Maintenance system. Understand priority for safety issues that arises in the facility Ability to read and act on instructions from MSDS/SDS; Confined Space, LO/TO, and Arc Flash Procedures Perform installation, corrective maintenance or preventive/predictive maintenance on production equipment such as melting furnace, oxidizers, mixers, continuous belt furnaces, blenders, packers, blowers, screeners, bucket elevators, electric motors, dust collectors, high velocity air and water equipment. The following technical skills are required for the position: Troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic & power transmissions systems Welding processes (MIG/TIG) Reading electrical schematics and hardwiring to prints, Troubleshooting electrical systems via electrical test equipment (multi-meters, amp probes, data recorders, etc.) Planning and installing a variety of electrical equipment such as control panels, junction boxes, switches, etc. Troubleshoot 120Vac single-phase to 480Vac three-phase electrical systems, along with DC motors and controls systems from 24Vdc to 120Vac Troubleshoot & repair Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Interface PCs to PLC controllers for troubleshooting equipment (Siemens and A/B PLCs) Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC License is preferred) Have familiarity with facility system such as Cooling Tower, HVAC Units, Air Compressors (up to 150hp), Power Distribution Systems (from secondary side of utility transformer to equipment), Motor control centers (MCC), Fire Suppression and Sprinkler Systems. Operating machine tools (mills, lathes, breaks) Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work order tracking and closure Provide feedback to the engineering functions concerning areas that need of improvement and ideas for implementation Apply practical problem-solving techniques to help correct complex issues Train operators to perform autonomous maintenance tasks Responsive and dedicated to meeting production needs and requirements Escalate complex situations to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager Continuously improve the level of housekeeping and implement 5S throughout the facility Monitor machine spares for equipment and flag up shortages, obsolescence, and inventory requirements Learn and Implement advanced PdM techniques (thermographic imaging, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, oil analysis) Must be willing to work altered shift schedules/overtime as needed to support the business Daily and weekend overtime may be required to complete duties of the position Perform any other duties as specified by Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager Requirements Associate's degree in industrial systems, Mechatronics, or equivalent field with minimum of three years’ experience in manufacturing; or High School Diploma or GED with minimum of seven years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with Microsoft Office 365 preferred. Must be highly safety conscious Ability to work independently and with a team Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and/or service To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability (KSAs) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be self-motivated Have a solid work behavior, be reliable to show up for work as scheduled, and show initiative to complete tasks Complete interview, reference checks, and post-offer, pre-employment medical examination with drug screen Kymera International is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and we are committed to building a team where everyone feels respected and valued.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical issues on manufacturing equipment, including PLC systems. They also perform preventative and predictive maintenance while leading machine setup and training operators on autonomous maintenance tasks.