Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Multi-Craft Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionEfficiently and effectively provide maintenance support in order to meet the needs of customers, both internal and external, while maintaining a safe and clean work environment for employees. Provide technical expertise to support daily operations and achieve significant improvement in production-related objectives.Responsibilities

Actively work on and engage with all department projects, tasks, and objectives.

Manage configuration and versions of programmable devices, hardware, and systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), vision camera systems, barcode scanners, intelligent sensors and devices, PC-based machine control systems, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) level systems.

Perform corrective and preventative maintenance repairs on a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, electronic, and electromechanical production equipment and building systems.

Assist with the setup and setup operator activities, installation, and setup of new equipment.

Troubleshoot breakdowns of hydraulic, pneumatic, and high-voltage electrical systems without assistance.

Work from layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches, drawings, or verbal instructions.

Troubleshoot and diagnose CNC equipment, perform maintenance, repair, and calibration on equipment such as control systems of numerically controlled machines (CNC), and conduct operational tests and repairs.

Adhere strictly to safety procedures and critical facility work rules, including proper chemical handling procedures, local codes, cooling systems, and chillers.

Ensure the work environment is clean, orderly, and free of safety hazards.

Complete all required safety program objectives and training.

Take an active part in cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.

Maintain the highest ethical standards, personal and intellectual integrity, mature judgment, and the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.

Other activities as needed.

Essential Skills

Experience with automation equipment.

Electrical, mechanical, and PLC troubleshooting experience.

Knowledge of CNC equipment and repair.

High School Diploma or GED.

Twenty-four to thirty-six months of trade school or equivalent experience preferred.

Effective communication skills in oral and written form with operators, Team Leads, and Engineers.

Ability to work independently with a high degree of quality and reliability.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and ability to use a PC and email.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.

Ability to lift 50 pounds manually and repetitively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of safe work practices and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Familiarity with typical mechanics hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and electrical test equipment such as multimeters.

Ability to work from layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches, drawings, or verbal instructions.

Experience with SCADA level systems.

Why Work Here?Join a large company with a great culture and opportunities for growth. Enjoy clean and air-controlled work environments, Hawaiian shirt Fridays, and the ability to learn and grow within the company. Benefit from a comprehensive range of benefits starting on day 1, including multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, generous vacation policies, 401k with immediate vesting, and additional perks such as supplier discounts.Work EnvironmentManufacturing environment: very clean but not temperature controlled. Standard shifts are 1st shift from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, 2nd shift from 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm, and 3rd shift from Sunday to Thursday 10:00 pm to 6:30 am. Currently, Saturday work is required until the pandemic situation improves.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of SMITHFIELD, North Carolina.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.