Electromechanical Maintenance Technician
: Job Details :

Why Great NorthernEstablished in 1962, Great Northern is a local, privately owned paper-based packaging manufacturer with a long history of providing secure, stable, and meaningful positions. You will experience a collaborative team-first, safe, clean, enjoyable, and predictable workplace where team members support and care for one another. Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives. Great Northern is committed to making a difference in the lives of our team members, customers, and the communities in which we live and work. Many of our team members were referred by their friends and families who are already a part of the Great Northern team.Why Great NorthernEstablished in 1962, Great Northern is a local, privately owned paper-based packaging manufacturer with a long history of providing secure, stable, and meaningful positions. You will experience a collaborative team-first, safe, clean, enjoyable, and predictable workplace where team members support and care for one another. Our team members produce sustainable and Eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives. Great Northern is committed to making a difference in the lives of our team members, customers, and the communities in which we live and work. Many of our team members were referred by their friends and families who are already a part of the Great Northern team.POSITION SUMMARYResponsible for electro-mechanical repairs, maintenance and preventative maintenance to all production and facility equipment in addition to installation of said equipment in the plant, warehouse, and office areas by performing the following duties. Electro-mechanical skillset is required.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.

Ensure the operational viability of the plant by evaluating and maintaining the proper functioning of all electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.

Involvement with process instrumentation and automation equipment specifying and selecting control equipment to maximise automation efforts.

Maintain proper documentation of electrical, instrumentation and automation systems and keep files up to date including process instrumentation diagrams, block diagrams, and drawings.

Hands on experience with PLC/DCS and HMI architecture to aid in troubleshooting

Performs ladder logic programming and troubleshooting for PLC's.

Knowledge of AC/DC circuits, motors and drives.

Determines the existence of electrical hazards and problems. Safely isolate, ground, and prepare circuits for electrical apparatus for repairs.

Perform preventative maintenance such as changing contacts, checking motors, and the operation of automated and robotic systems.

Adheres and actively participate in lock out/tag out practices and procedures. Keeps all documentation up to date of lock out/tag out and works with Safety Director to maintain safe practices.

Assists Operations Manager, supervisors, and maintenance lead with the operation of the predictive and preventative maintenance program.

Inspects and ensures that all operating machines and equipment conform to electrical and mechanical operational quality standards.

Requisitions tools, electrical test equipment and maintenance supplies required for plant operation.

Confers with plant manager, production manager, supervisors, and other appropriate personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommends measures to improve operations and conditions of machines, equipment and processes.

Keeps maintenance area neat, clean and orderly; cleans up after completing maintenance work throughout the plant.

Records and files complete machine histories relating to maintenance problems and cures, trouble shooting methods, services required, spare parts and parts vendors.

Regular and reliable attendance.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Knows, understands and follows all plant safety rules, general rules and procedures.

Remains current on changes in policies, procedures, and product information, attending authorized training programs and seminars.

Be available for monthly safety meetings, on-call and overtime work.

Annual, semi- annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly & daily Inspections.

Manage & distribute Maintenance PO numbers.

Misc. Duties as assigned.

SalaryDependent on prior experience, starting wage between $34.00 to $36.00The Benefits of Great Northern

• Competitive 401K with company match and a historically generous profit-sharing retirement savings contribution

• Paid vacation during your first year of employment
• 9 paid holidays/year
• Medical plan options are available to provide flexibility in choosing the one that best suits your individual and family needs
• Dental and vision insurance available
• Company provided life insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance
• Opportunities to advance your career and compensation level

• Health/fitness reimbursement

Opportunities for GrowthYou will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. ExpectationTo be successful your teammates will depend on you to have pride in your work, be on time, work safely, work effectively with others, be optimistic, take ownership of your responsibilities, and look for continuous improvement opportunities.The Benefits of Great Northern

• Competitive 401K with company match and a historically generous profit-sharing retirement savings contribution

• Paid vacation during your first year of employment
• 9 paid holidays/year
• Medical plan options are available to provide flexibility in choosing the one that best suits your individual and family needs
• Dental and vision insurance available
• Company provided life insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance
• Opportunities to advance your career and compensation level

• Health/fitness reimbursement

Opportunities for GrowthYou will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. ExpectationTo be successful your teammates will depend on you to have pride in your work, be on time, work safely, work effectively with others, be optimistic, take ownership of your responsibilities, and look for continuous improvement opportunities.#LAMCA123Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.Other details

• Pay Type Hourly
• Travel % 10

Apply Now