Blow Mold Maintenance Specialist - Borden Dairy

Position Summary:

The Blow Mold Maintenance Specialist maintains, troubleshoots, repairs Blow Mold equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications.

Education/Experience:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

· One year certificate from college or technical school; or THREE years related experience and/or training in manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair; or equivalent combination of continued education and experience.

Experience: (Preferred not required)

Experience with:

· PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.).

· basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays).

· conveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).

· electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)

· electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).

· gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts).

· hydraulic systems (high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting).

· kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.).

· packaging/high speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).

· pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting).

· pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.).

· preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data).

· pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs).

· Review rating instructions.

Other Functions:

· Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.

· Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.

· Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend with full range of body motion.

· Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

· Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting and problem solving is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

· PLC, HVAC, Ammonia, Refrigeration, or other specialty certifications preferred, but not required

Working Conditions:

· Must be able to work in hot and cold climates, both indoors and outdoors.

Language Skills:

· English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be beneficial based on business necessity.

EEO Statement:

Borden provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Role Responsibilities:

· Responsible for the blow mold mechanical operations

· Work with Maintenance Manager to develop spare parts critical list, organize and cleanup spare parts areas, organize tools, and develop management of tools.

· Responsible to organize, identify, procure, and manage documentation and resources.

· Collaborate with Maintenance Manager to develop a PM program for internal and external resources. Will champion PM and upkeep of machine.

· Perform complete preventative maintenance inspection and service on all blow mold equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company guidelines.

· Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain blow mold equipment to the desired company performance standards.

· Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assisting in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

· Comply with all company work and safety rules and regulatory compliance rules and regulations.

· Use all personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.

· Own the necessary tools to perform job duties.

Specifics

· Technical expert on blow mold operations including Blow mold machine, cooling bed, trimmer, conveyors, regrind and resin feed system, annealing tunnel, and controls.

· First line technician for troubleshooting and repairs.

· Provide 24-hour coverage as needed including call-in, weekends and off shift hours as needed,

· Ability to train operators on correct operations of the machine

· Ability to run machine to ensure proper operations

· Provide accurate equipment and parts inventory to Maintenance Manager

· Execute PM program assessment for the blow mold operations

· Must be able to train Maintenance Technicians on blow mold operations and repairs