Maintenance Technician

Here at Westfall Technik we pride ourselves on being the fastest-growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon globally. While many companies outsource their work we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1500 employees across 15 facilities in the US and we are still growing.

At our Union City site we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely attributed to our Team Members skills and talents which have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here youll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment in your future.

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician.

Salary/Shift: $80000-$100000 annually/Day Shift

Job Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair upkeep and preventative maintenance of machinery equipment and facility systems in a manufacturing environment. This role ensures production equipment operates safely and efficiently to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations. The Maintenance Technician must be skilled in troubleshooting diagnosing and repairing mechanical electrical and hydraulic systems.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance and Repair

1. Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on production machinery tools and facility systems (e.g. HVAC compressors electrical panels).
2. Diagnose mechanical electrical pneumatic and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and schematics.
3. Repair or replace defective components including motors bearings belts sensors pumps valves and wiring.
4. Perform welding fabrication or machining when necessary for equipment repair or modification

Preventive Maintenance (PM)

1. Execute scheduled PM tasks according to maintenance schedules and manufacturer specifications.
2. Document all maintenance and service activities accurately in maintenance logs or CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
3. Identify trends in equipment failure and recommend long-term solutions.

Facility Support

1. Support building and utility maintenance including lighting plumbing HVAC and safety systems.
2. Respond promptly to facility maintenance requests and ensure safety compliance.
3. Assist in plant or equipment upgrades installations and relocations.

Safety and Compliance

1. Follow all OSHA safety regulations and company safety procedures during maintenance activities.
2. Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures must be followed during repair or servicing of machinery.
3. Maintain a clean and organized work area including the maintenance shop and spare parts inventory.
4. Report unsafe conditions worn equipment or potential hazards immediately.

Continuous Improvement

1. Provide input for equipment upgrades and improvements to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
2. Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action teams to eliminate chronic maintenance issues.
3. Support kaizen 5S and Lean Manufacturing initiatives within the maintenance function.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance mechatronics or related field preferred.
• 5 years of experience repairing plastic injection machines(disassembling assembling repairing electrical/electronic systems repair of pneumatic/hydraulic systems of machines barrel cleaning/replacing calibrations.)
• 3 years repairing auxiliary equipment(material dryers water heaters injection molding robots hydraulic pumps etc)
• Experience using hand tools power tools multimeters PLCs and other diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints schematics and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing climbing bending and working in tight spaces.
• Comfortable working at heights or in varying temperatures depending on facility conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is usually in an office within a manufacturing facility with low to moderate noise level. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to work well with others one-on-one remote via video and phone.
• Ability to work independently

Westfall -Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race color national origin ancestry sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions religious creed physical disability mental disability age for individuals age 40 and over medical condition (as defined by state law (for example cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS) marital status military and veteran status sexual orientation genetic information citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment hiring placement promotion transfer training compensation benefits Team Member activities and general treatment during employment