Job Function: Serves as primary mechanical engineering resource to paper maintenance team. Leads technical design-outs of known issues. Provides project leadership to new capital equipment installation, retrofits, major maintenance, or reliability improvement efforts. Provides mechanical training to maintenance technicians to improve team member development and skill depth. Provides support to Paper Maintenance Pay for Skills program to assist with training efforts within the team. Ensures that the Paper Maintenance Pay for Skills system fully supports the Safety, Quality, Housekeeping, and maintenance goals for the long-term sustainability of the program. Provides maintenance supervision when needed. Duties and Responsibilities: • Promote reliability growth within the Paper Department by providing leadership in the development and implementation of: • Root Cause Analysis – documenting failures, analyzing repetitive failures, analyzing major failures, training maintenance and production personnel, develop/manage corrective action database, recommend and implement fixes for root causes. • Precision maintenance techniques – developing and implementing standards-based repair procedures, documenting repairs, developing vendor standards. • Preventive maintenance programs – Develop tools and techniques to analyze and develop cost effective preventive maintenance procedures. • New equipment installations – providing assistance in developing standards-based installation procedures for new equipment using best available practices. • Reliability improvements – identify, plan, and implement projects to improve the inherent reliability of plant equipment. • Promote availability growth by providing leadership in the development and implementation of: • Effective predictive maintenance program – developing and implementing a standardized monitoring program including vibration analysis, infrared inspections, non- destructive testing, and other Pdm techniques throughout the facility. • Effective maintenance planning and scheduling – participating in daily line meetings and weekly planning and scheduling meetings, providing vibration and lubrication analysis reports to aid in setting shutdown schedules. • Effective repair techniques – developing and implementing standards-based repair procedures, documenting repairs, developing, and implementing vendor standards. • Promote maintainability growth by providing leadership in the development and implementation of: • Equipment and Procedure Modifications – identify and implement modifications to equipment and/or procedures that reduce the time required to repair/replace equipment. • Champion vendor services to maximize quality, performance, and reliability of equipment repairs. Utilize vendors and OEM’s for improving the skills of maintenance personnel and for improving inspection routines. • Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so • Supports efforts to develop maintenance technician team member skills via the Pay for Skills program Experience and Education Required: • Can read and understand both P&ID’s and technical manuals • Has excellent data analyzing, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • Has the ability to think systematically and to transfer knowledge to others. • Has a commitment to training other team members • Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, both oral and written, able to work effectively as part of a team • Proficient in MS Office products, Autocad and SolidWorks • Project experience that includes small to medium capital and/or major projects. • BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data. First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.
See More Details >>Job Function: Serves as primary mechanical engineering resource to paper maintenance team. Leads technical design-outs of known issues. Provides project leadership to new capital equipment installation, retrofits, major maintenance, or reliability improvement efforts. Provides mechanical training to maintenance technicians to improve team member development and skill depth. Provides support to Paper Maintenance Pay for Skills program to assist with training efforts within the team. Ensures that the Paper Maintenance Pay for Skills system fully supports the Safety, Quality, Housekeeping, and maintenance goals for the long-term sustainability of the program. Provides maintenance supervision when needed. Duties and Responsibilities: • Promote reliability growth within the Paper Department by providing leadership in the development and implementation of: • Root Cause Analysis - documenting failures, analyzing repetitive failures, analyzing major failures, training maintenance and production personnel, develop/manage corrective action database, recommend and implement fixes for root causes. • Precision maintenance techniques - developing and implementing standards-based repair procedures, documenting repairs, developing vendor standards. • Preventive maintenance programs - Develop tools and techniques to analyze and develop cost effective preventive maintenance procedures. • New equipment installations - providing assistance in developing standards-based installation procedures for new equipment using best available practices. • Reliability improvements - identify, plan, and implement projects to improve the inherent reliability of plant equipment. • Promote availability growth by providing leadership in the development and implementation of: • Effective predictive maintenance program - developing and implementing a standardized monitoring program including vibration analysis, infrared inspections, non- destructive testing, and other Pdm techniques throughout the facility. • Effective maintenance planning and scheduling - participating in daily line meetings and weekly planning and scheduling meetings, providing vibration and lubrication analysis reports to aid in setting shutdown schedules. • Effective repair techniques - developing and implementing standards-based repair procedures, documenting repairs, developing, and implementing vendor standards. • Promote maintainability growth by providing leadership in the development and implementation of: • Equipment and Procedure Modifications - identify and implement modifications to equipment and/or procedures that reduce the time required to repair/replace equipment. • Champion vendor services to maximize quality, performance, and reliability of equipment repairs. Utilize vendors and OEM's for improving the skills of maintenance personnel and for improving inspection routines. • Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so • Supports efforts to develop maintenance technician team member skills via the Pay for Skills program Experience and Education Required: • Can read and understand both P&ID's and technical manuals • Has excellent data analyzing, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • Has the ability to think systematically and to transfer knowledge to others. • Has a commitment to training other team members • Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, both oral and written, able to work effectively as part of a team • Proficient in MS Office products, Autocad and SolidWorks • Project experience that includes small to medium capital and/or major projects. • BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data. First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.
See More Details >>JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Electrician/Mechanical Technician 1 People The Electrician/Mechanical Technician performs duties under the general direction of the Maintenance Officer. Independently performs maintenance, repair and/or modification of facility computer-controlled control systems and facility mechanical and electrical systems. Involved in the fabrication, application, assembly and repair of mechanical and electron mechanical equipment, installation of electrical conduit and machinery/building wiring. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Waveringly supports and recognizes the absolute importance of General Facility Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices Adhere to all safety programs and policies. Daily troubleshooting, repair and installation of low and high voltage (single/three phase) industrial electron mechanical and control systems for manufacturing equipment Create parts lists and determine best routes for conduit runs and wiring in accordance with NEC code and Campbell standards. This includes the construction of both electrical and machinery electrical panels. Support facility installations (with assistance if needed) to size conductors and conduits for loads in accordance with standards, fabricate all sizes/types of conduit, and thread field cut conduit ends and pull field wires. Assist in maintaining documentation for existing and new equipment, control, and building power system installations. Assist in mechanical installations as directed. Work independently to troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers and related components as required. Restore faulty equipment Assist with operational checks on systems including system startup and configuration, wiring, calibration, grounding, and power testing Diagnoses cause of electrical or mechanical failures or malfunctions of equipment or systems, repairs or replaces faulty components. Experienced in the use of electrical diagnostic equipment such as multi meters, amperage clamps, and muggers to test electrical circuits and components to locate shorts, faulty connections, faulty parts, and replace or repair as appropriate. Interfaces with equipment operators and maintenance personnel to diagnose problems in equipment. Disassembles, replaces or repairs mechanical and electrical components. Must read and interpret electrical and electronic drawings, schematics, blueprints, engineering drawings and sketches to determine problem and make appropriate repairs. Inspects and tests components and support systems to ensure they comply with all standards and regulations. Prescribes corrective action. Tests and calibrates electrical/electronic systems and components to ensure proper operation or to detect malfunctions. Disassembles devices to access and remove/replace defective parts. Uses computerized equipment and software to perform test functions and produce charts for records and tracking. Assembles and installs electrical and electron mechanical components and systems. Designs, installs and operates electronic instruments and related electron mechanical or electron pneumatic/hydraulic apparatus used to operate mechanical or electrical equipment or drives. Writes procedures and maintains records of repairs, calibrations and tests. Will be responsible for complying with all food safety policies and procedures applicable to this position and documented in the food safety management system. Must perform all job duties within company safety policies, report unsafe acts and conditions to management, and promote a safe work environment throughout the facility. Competencies: Ability to read, interpret and modify electrical prints and schematics and document all changes created by the individual. General understanding and hands-on experience of explosion-proof and intrinsically safe work environments. Complete understanding of Facility electrical systems including DC vol age from 24V to 480V and AC voltage. Complete understanding of relay and discrete device control systems. Proficiency in electrical installations with piping and wiring applications. Experience using sensing and control devices. Experience using both DC and AC motors, VF Drives and Servo Controlled Systems (Allen Bradley preferred). Minimum 2 years of experience writing, programming and troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers. Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Continuously seeks to build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Overall responsibility for ensuring workplace safety is to ensure appropriate practices are established, implemented and enforced. Support, monitor and enforce Lockout/Tag out program. Responsible for developing equipment specific energy control procedures for all equipment with the potential for hazardous energy release. Must fully understand and comply with ARC Flash and shock prevention policy. The above are typical duties. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Job Specifications: (Knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications and training normally required for competent performance of the job). Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma required; Two to three years and/or education or equivalent combination of education and experience. Programmable Logic Controllers, Electrical and Mechanical service and maintenance experience. Certifications, State Electrician or license preferred. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use, handle and feel fingers; reach with hands and arms; bend, kneel, crouch or crawl; speak or hear; ability to use senses to diagnose and troubleshoot problems is required. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of his/her job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high hazard locations; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; and vibration. Must be able to work in a refrigerated environment The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate. Disclaimer The previous job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications expected of employees assigned to this job. Job Type: Full-time , Contract Pay: $20.00 -- $34.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: *8-hour shift • Education: *High school or equivalent (Preferred) • Experience: Electrical: 2 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Day S
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Lock Haven, PA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 640,200 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $784 per week in Lock Haven, PA. The field is projected to grow, offering a promising career path with the potential to earn over $40,000 annually for experienced mechanical trade professionals.
