Machine Maintenance Specialist

Department Focus

The maintenance team reports to and directly supports the Operations Department with a focus on the facility and industrial equipment reliability, safety and operational performance while minimizing downtime.

Job Description and Duties:

Essential Function

The Machine Maintenance Specialist, reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, is responsible for executing preventative maintenance, identifying potential issues that can interrupt machine uptime, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of various equipment used within the manufacturing environment. The position is also responsible for oversight and support of HTI electrical test facility, responsible for directing testing activities and solutions.

Additionally, the position supports operation and sustainability for all HTI’s facilities.

This position also works closely with HTI’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Officer in support of safety programs and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain machine equipment using “Predictive/Preventive Maintenance Program.” Minimize unplanned downtime.
• Quick response to machine breakdown and facility repairs.
• Work with Engineering to prepare and recommend testing solutions that address current future client needs and provide input for cost analysis on testing solutions.
• Performance demonstration tests, as required, such as No-Load Tests designed to validate motor operating conditions prior to shipment.
• Provide technical instruction, mentoring, and guidance with regard to HTI test systems and electrical power systems.
• Responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of all facilities related assets, including: HVAC equipment, buildings, grounds, electrical distribution systems, air compressors, elevator, overhead cranes, etc. This will involve first-hand maintenance as well as coordination of contractors as necessary.
• Assist the EH&S Officer with Safety efforts by identifying, executing, and validating compliance with improvements.
• With the EH&S Officer, work to make certain all precautions are taken to ensure safe use of HTI facilities, machines, and equipment for the protection of company personnel and visitors.
• Responsible for safety training for all HTI subcontractors actively working on HTI facilities.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum qualifications:

• Five (5) years of work experience in manufacturing maintenance environment
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license is preferred
• Demonstrated prior experience in machine tool trouble-shooting and repair
• Ability to respond with short notice to breakdowns and repairs, availability outside of normal scheduled hours
• Familiarity with, and support of 5S, lean and continuous improvement activities
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Organization, initiative, and communication skills
• Ability to lift 35 pounds from floor to working