The Electro Mechanical Technician (EMT) performs both mechanical and electrical maintenance duties including: pipe fitting, welding, machining, hydraulics, instrumentation, working with sheet metal, as well as troubleshooting, replacing, repairing, and cleaning systems, equipment, and/or component parts utilizing industry standards for precision maintenance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

 

65% of time spent performing mechanical troubleshooting and repairs as necessary – pipe fitting, welding, machining, hydraulics, pneumatics, and working with sheet metal. 20% of time spent performing electrical and controls troubleshooting and repairs as necessary to support continued operation of the process including instrumentation, controls, motors, VFD's, PLC's, HMI's and basic electrical work. 10% Special projects and/or equipment improvements 5% Participation in safety programs, TPM teams, and PM optimization Comply with all plant rules and corporate policies with regard to business conduct. Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area. Regular attendance on site and ability to rotate varying shifts All other job classification relative duties as assigned or needed

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 

The employee should have experience in and be able to demonstrate the following abilities:

 

Excellent mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capability Able to demonstrate competency in precision maintenance techniques Able to identify, recommend and implement reliability and safety improvements to equipment Properly and safely use hand and shop tools and equipment Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with others. Familiar with HMIs, PLCs, and Servos. Be able to read and write mechanical and electrical work instructions and/or blueprints Able to follow written and verbal work instructions Provide valid proof of authorization to work in the U.S.

 

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES

 

The employee must be able to:

 

Demonstrate proficiency with computers – Microsoft Office Suite and other programs as required. Must be able to log into and navigate SAP for work notifications May be required to work on control systems that run the line (PLC, Allen Bradley)

 

           

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

 

The employee should have the following:

 

High School Diploma or GED equivalency Ability to pass maintenance skill test

 

 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

The employee should possess the ability to:

 

Ability to routinely lift up to 40 lbs without assistance Ability to routinely lift up to 80 lbs with assistance Work for up to 12 hours in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment Walk/stand on concrete floors continuously for up to 12 hours-continuous Ascend and descend stairs to enter most areas of the facility-continuous Ability to work in cramped areas and enter confined spaces-frequently Ability to work at heights - frequently Safeguard self with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – steel toed shoes, eye protection (glasses, goggles, and/or facemask) as necessary for task Regular attendance onsite and ability to rotate and work shift work