Job Abstract

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Reports to: Manager of Maintenance & Automation

Job Description:  Responsible for ensuring equipment availability by completing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting problems as well as working as part of a team to recommend and carry out solutions that minimize plant downtime. Impact Silgan Dispensing by utilizing their extensive electrical and mechanical skills. Contribute to a collaborative safety culture that drives results and be able to work with all members of the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper operation of injection molding machinery and secondary processing equipment by completing repairs and preventive maintenance on items such as electrical and hydraulic motors, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems, and material handling systems, following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Collaborate with production staff and maintenance technicians to troubleshoot issues.
• Understand, diagnose and repair hydraulic systems.
• Work safely and effectively with electrical panels and control systems, including high voltage/low voltage systems. 
• Perform PLC troubleshooting and problem solve with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude.
• Read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Provide support for both production and facilities equipment. 
• Perform preventive maintenance as required by the equipment manufacturer or as established by CPI.
• Follow company safety protocols and observe good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/ Previous Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment preferably plastic injection molding.  10-15 years’ experience preferred.
• Preference given to candidate who have education and strong practical experience in the areas of electrical, mechanical, control systems and hydraulics.
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical schematics.
• Must have demonstrated strong troubleshooting skills – both Mechanical and Electrical.
• Demonstrated experience with machine repair, experience with CNC machining equipment ideal.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be motivated to work without constant supervision in a group setting with ability to help peers.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to lift and or move weights up to 35 lbs.
• Use of Personal protective equipment on the production floor (PPE)
• Physical requirements include but not limited to sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, stooping, crouching, color determination and grasping.

About Us:

Silgan Dispensing is a plastic injection molding company located in Macedonia, Ohio that has been manufacturing quality plastic products since 1973. We manufacture over caps for all aerosol product categories including personal, household, food, paint, automotive and industrial. In addition, we manufacture and assemble a wide array of other custom injection molded products.  The Company values its employees and provides training programs and opportunities for advancement.  Company also offers a full benefit package that includes paid vacation, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) program, short and long term disability coverage, discount programs and much more.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.