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Maintenance Tech 2- (Nights 7 PM-7 AM) ORAFOL Americas Inc Occupation: Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Location: Wallingford, CT - 06492 Positions available: 1

Job #: 1242625 Work At Home option: No

Posted: 4/11/2024 Updated: 4/13/2024 Expires: 6/10/2024

Source: CTHires Site: CTHires Agency Job ID: Maintenance Tech 2

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JOB DETAIL:
                DEPARTMENT: Maintenance
            JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician 2
            SHIFT: 7 PM - 7 AM (On call Status Applies) (Week 1 3 -12 hr nights Week 2 4 -12 hr nights including every other weekend)
            JOB CATEGORY: Full-time
            FLSA: Non-Exempt
            SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes
            REPORTS TO: Maintenance & Tooling Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:
          SUMMARY:
The Maintenance Technician 2 position is responsible for supporting production by ensuring minimal downtime due to mechanical equipment malfunction.
The Maintenance Technician 2 will be expected to work under the direction of Maintenance Technician 3’s as well as the Maintenance & Tooling Manager in administering planned and unplanned preventative maintenance, breakdown repair and upgrade measures on all Facility related mechanical equipment. This includes proper and in-depth documentation of all administered tasks both planned and unplanned. The Maintenance Technician 2 will also handle other maintenance related functions on a daily basis including but not limited to piping, mechanical repairs, and maintenance of the buildings & grounds. The Maintenance Technician 2 will also be expected to assist/mentor/educate Maintenance Technician 1’s.
It will be the expectation of the Maintenance Technician 2 to develop his/her skills in order to prove themself in order to move up to Maintenance Technician 3 level within a reasonable and agreed amount of time.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Safely operate all Orafol manufacturing equipment while understanding/following all OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory policies and procedures.
Understand and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.
Be a self-starter who can work in a fast paced/everchanging environment both individually and alongside a team of trained Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls Technicians.
Able to maintain Facility equipment by interpreting machine prints/schematics, both mechanical and electrical, as well as technical and machine manuals.
Able to utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to log and track planned and unplanned preventative maintenance work.
Able to look up and place order requests for spare parts.
Capable of setting-up, troubleshooting, and repairing complex mechanically driven Extrusion Equipment.
Have a solid knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, fabricating, and shop tools (including Lathe and Bridgeport) to maintain and troubleshoot Facility related equipment both inside and along the grounds (including: Painting, Weeding, Snow Removal, Cleaning, Lighting, etc.)
Make various machinery related repairs including the replacement of damaged/worn/broken parts
Able to read/interpret various instruments such as micrometers, calipers, electrical testing meters/equipment, tape measures, combination squares etc.
Able to answer line calls on a production line as well as provide support during Extrusion teardowns and/or changeovers.
Able to make recommendations to the Maintenance & Tooling Manager & Plant Manager on jobs to be completed, improvements to enhance machinery performance and determination of scope and best practices required to complete said tasks.
Diagnose and repair mechanical malfunctions, equipment failures
Fully understand and adhere to the ARC Flash and Electrical Shock Prevention policy.
Support and follow the Lock Out / Tag Out program.
Able to pass a comprehensive Powered Industrial Truck training and testing program in order to safely operate PIT’s in the facility.
Capable of examining and testing components and plant support systems to ensure that they are in compliance with all standards and regulations.
Capable of making mechanical diagnostic evaluations as well as prescribing corrective actions without the assistance of others.
Support and participate in plant improvement projects, reliability initiatives, and other key plant level initiatives.
Have strong oral and written communication skills
NOTE: The above are the duties typical of the Maintenance Technician 2 position. Other duties may be assigned as needed
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
A High School Diploma is Required
Mechanical Related Technical Certification or Degree Preferred
2+ Years of Industrial Manufacturing Trade Related Experience
APTITUDES & CHARACTERISTICS:
Must have a positive “can do” attitude and a sense of accountability; takes initiative
Must be a fast learner, driven and self-motivated; strive towards continuous improvement
Required to maintain a clean and presentable appearance.
Technicians are expected to be prepared to perform their job functions, and be at their workstation by the beginning of the shift.
Technicians are expected to have minimum unplanned absences, as defined by the "Employee Attendance Expectations".
Technicians must maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. This includes maintaining all tools and equipment.
It is expected that the Technician will work well with others and work cooperatively between shifts and departments in order to support all Company related needs.
WORKPLACE DETAIL:
EQUIPMENT USED:

Personal Protective Equipment
Welder/Welding Equipment
Electrical Tools/Meters
Hoists/Cranes/Chain falls
Forklifts/Pallet jacks/Boom lifts/Scissor lifts
Machine Tools
Power Tools
Powered Hand Tools
Small Hand Tools

CRITICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:
Rarely:                     1 - 5%                     (4.5 min. - 25 min.)
Occasionally:           6 - 33%                   (27 min. - 2 hrs. 45 min.)
Frequently:              34 - 66%                 (3 hrs. - 5 hrs.)
Continuously:          67 - 100%               (5 hrs. - 7.5 hrs.)

Standing & Walking: Frequently
Lifting: Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling: Rarely
Crouch: Occasionally
Assume awkward Position*: Occasionally

(*when repairing equipment)

Bending: Occasionally
Visualize: Continuously

WORK CONDITIONS:
(8) Hour Shift: Will receive (2) Fifteen-Minute breaks and (1) One Half Hour break. After hours and weekend work expected as plant needs arise. (NOTE: on-call work will also be required from time to time).
Environment - Noise levels will be minimal to moderate and temperature will be controlled. Lighting is sufficient.

Employer Research

ORAFOL Americas Inc
Is a Private Sector employer with 2 locations
https://www.orafol.com/en/americas

Company Profile:

Based in Avon, CT, ORAFOL Americas Inc., Reflective Solutions Division, (formerly Reflexite Corporation) was acquired by ORAFOL Europe GmbH in August 2011. The company supplies a full range of reflective solutions to a variety of industries and applications including traffic safety, vehicle conspicuity, and high visibility work wear. We are dedicated to saving lives by partnering with our customers to develop reflective solutions that increase visibility and recognition. The product offerings include the ORALITE® brand.

In an effort to keep up with increased demand, in June of 2013, the Avon facility completed an expansion of 58,000 sq ft that included the integration of a conversion facility and additional capital equipment.

100-249 employees

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Location/Work Site Information

Address: 320 Barnes Road, Wallingford, CT 06492

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Location/Work Site Industry (NAICS):

Unlaminated Plastics Film and Sheet (except Packaging) Manufacturing (326113)

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Compensation and Hours

Salary Range: $20.00 - $35.00 Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: 401K, Dental, Flexible Benefit Account, Holidays, Life Insurance, Medical, Other, Tuition Assistance, Vision Other Benefits: We offer benefits above plus LTD/STD/Life Insurance FREE of charge to all full time employees. Discount Programs. 401k plan has a company match as well as ROTH options. Full or Part Time: Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Duration: Over 150 Days Type of Job: Regular

Shift: Other, see job description

Hours per Week:
42

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Work Experience

Minimum Experience Required: 24 months

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Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required License/Certification: No

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Test Requirement: Other source will perform testing - Drug Testing/Screening,Reference Checks,Pre-Placement Physical Exam & Pre Employment Drug Testing. Additional testing and reference checks as warranted.

Minimum Age Requirement: 18. Reason for Age Requirement: Insurance.

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