Maintenance Technician
Westfall Technik

Westfall Technik is a global holding company which provides innovative plastics manufacturing solutions to the healthcare, consumer package goods and light industrial vertical markets. The site locations, operating within the Westfall Technik enterprise, are internationally aligned with unmatched global reach in the industry. Our proprietary Stacked Integration Model ™ enables us to operate leveraging a high degree of specialization, extensive capacities in end-to-end design, production and assembly, and first-class references in high-end manufacturing.

ONE WESTFALL

Competitive advantages such as vertical integration, speed-to-market and advanced manufacturing systems allow us to streamline our processes and be a complete solution provider positively impacting our customers' business. We are powered by experienced people with diversified capabilities and specialties. We pride ourselves in developing customized solutions with precision and care. So, while there is complexity to what we do; we simplify the process deliver a customer experience is enjoyable and easy; providing a single point of accountability.

ALL IN.

This simple phrase captures what Westfall Technik is all about. The statement embodies the company's commitment to total support, complete manufacturing capabilities and its bold approach. It is our internal rallying cry. It is our philosophy. Nothing half-hearted.

Associates (and Customers) can be confident that this mantra drives the organization to be nimble, scalable and comprehensive ----no matter how complex the customers' challenge.

We look forward to having an interesting conversation with you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Maintenance Technician

Position: Non-exempt

Location: Elizabethtown, KY

Manager: No

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

SUMMARY OF ROLE

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations and to assume responsibility for maintaining physical asset of the property under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor. Will perform preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks and will troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facility equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Machine maintenance
• Troubleshooting, repair, and improvement of complex plastics processing and ancillary equipment

• Perform root cause analysis and implement solutions to increase equipment reliability
• Coordinate and implement preventative maintenance activities
• Other roles/duties may be assigned as necessary to assist the Company in the attainment of its goals and objectives

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain clean & safe work area clear of obstacles and/or scrap product, tools, etc
• Must always use correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Follow all safety procedures; must obey all Lock Out/Tag Out and/or Confined Space Entry regulations
• Comply with ISO 9001 policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, or previously demonstrated experience
• Electrical and mechanical knowledge
• Ability to troubleshoot production equipment
• Knowledge of electronics (PLC included), hydraulics, pneumatics and robotics is a plus
• Work in a team environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to 55-60 lbs. occasionally during the day
• Must be able to climb on machines, towers, silos, and/or buildings
• Must be able to fit in a confined space for periods of time
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and carrying up to 25 lbs
• Frequent pushing, pulling, twisting, balancing, and stooping

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is in a manufacturing facility with moderate noise level. Works closely with Production Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Technicians, Mold Technicians and other hourly production personnel.