Equipment Maintenance Technician (Lead)
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Job Location:
Buffalo Grove, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Posting Start DateJob Posting End DateFlex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful inclusive and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but dont meet every bullet point we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Job Summary
The Equipment Maintenance Lead will be based in Buffalo Grove IL reporting to the Equipment Maintenance Manager.
0600a-0230p M-F
Responsibilities:
- Lead and support a team of maintenance technicians in troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical electrical hydraulic and pneumatic system issues.
- Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting using digital multimeters clamp meters and diagnostic tools. Ability to follow and use electrical schematics and control drawings.
- Diagnose and repair industrial equipment involving PLC-controlled systems motors drives sensors actuators valves and automated machinery.
- Diagnose and repair industrial equipment involving Hydraulic & Pneumatic: Pumps cylinders valves regulators.
- Apply strong troubleshooting methodologies to identify root cause failures minimize downtime and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Provide hands-on technical support during difficult breakdowns and mentor technicians on best practices and proper troubleshooting techniques.
- Assist the Maintenance Manager with work order assignment job prioritization and labor allocation to meet production and safety goals.
- Assist with the management and organization of maintenance spare parts inventory including critical spares tracking usage analysis and reordering to reduce downtime.
- Communicate directly with OEMs and equipment vendors for technical support documentation review parts identification and guidance during complex machine repairs.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending equipment upgrades reliability improvements and maintenance process enhancements.
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and company policies.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in a related technical field military technical training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Preferred experience with injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment including material handling systems dryers chillers temperature controllers and automation/robotics.
- Strong ability to troubleshoot electrical hydraulic and pneumatic systems using diagnostic tools and technical schematics.
AW20
What youll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical dental and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category
OperationsIs Sponsorship Available
NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age race religion color sex national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability pregnancy status or any other status protected by law. Were happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email and well discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex you must complete the application process first).Required Experience:
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About Company
Flex is the manufacturing partner of choice for streamlined product lifecycles. From design to end of life, our end-to-end services optimize efficiency.
