Maintenance Technician at Huhtamaki in Marion, IN

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Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions for consumers around the world, enabling wellbeing and convenience. Our innovative products protect on-the-go and on-the-shelf food and beverages, ensuring hygiene and safety, and help prevent food waste.

We are committed to protecting food, people and the planet and are on the lookout for passionate and consummate professionals to join our growing team to help us deliver on our ambitious 2030 Strategy. We look for colleagues who Care, Dare and Deliver.

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SUMMARY OF PRIMARY PURPOSE

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines, following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshoots malfunctions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Adjusts or replaces defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, measuring tools, and hand and power tools. Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders. Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending education workshops or courses, reviewing technical publications, and establishing personal networks. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Work safely and follow all GMP and PPE rules.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED required.

Associate's degree and/or certifications in related field preferred.

Requires three years of experience with industrial troubleshooting, programming, and repairing.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The ability to read, learn, understand, and consistently apply all policies, procedures including safety. Must be able to do mathematical calculations. Must have a strong understanding of industrial safety. Ability to communicate verbally and written effectively and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to operate a forklift truck and obtain annual certification. Will work in a manufacturing environment and will use the following equipment: Computer, MS office software, hand and power tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Continuous mental and visual attention performing diversified maintenance activities requiring constant alertness. Requires constant walking and standing a great amount of time in extreme heat with a moderate amount of exposure to extreme cold, dampness, heights, vibration, skin/lung irritants. A moderate amount of time will be spent sitting, walking, climbing, bending/twisting, pushing/pulling, carrying, reaching out/above shoulders, climbing ladders. Ability to lift up to 70+ pounds occasionally and lifting up to 25 pounds on a regular basis. A great amount of time will be spent lifting/lowering and crouching. A great amount of time will be spent in a noisy environment.

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