Mechanical Project Technician

The Mechanical Project Technician has the primary responsibility for hands-on mechanical adjustments machine alignment mechanical installations maintenance and repair of production equipment. This position supports all Avery Dennison coating and finishing facilities and distribution center (DC) networks. The role is a contributing member of the MG-NA Process Technology divisional team.

The primary responsibilities and essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot diagnose and perform precise mechanical adjustments and repairs to continuously improve equipment operation and reduce downtime.

• Support designs evaluations and modification of mechanical devices or systems to continuously improve equipment operation.

• Support new machines and in-house mechanical design installations.

• Perform precise adjustments to rollers and machine frames with the use of hand tools rigging equipment and dial indicators to achieve acceptable alignment tolerances.  

• Improve coater and slitter reliability and support process improvement projects.

• Execute assigned maintenance and repair projects/tasks maintaining timelines and effectively communicating status updates.

• Provide technical input and field knowledge to engineering for the development of technical specifications and design improvements necessary for existing processes.

• Act as a technical point of contact interacting with internal personnel (manager engineering teams maintenance teams operations) and external vendors for projects and parts support.  

• Follows Avery Dennison standard LOTO procedures hot work permits and confined space training when needed per each facility requirements. 

Qualifications :

Requirements:

• Associate of Science degree in Mechanical Technology related technical certification or equivalent practical experience is preferred.

• Minimum 10 years experience in industrial manufacturing environments.

• Ability to travel up to 60% of time domestically which will be dictated by business needs and will vary from month to month.

• Ability to become proficient in Faro VantageS Laser Tracker metrology equipment Polyworks software emerging 3D scanning technology and follow standard work operating procedures.

• Strong background in industrial mechanical pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

• Experience in supporting or managing maintenance tasks/projects of varying scope and complexity.

• Strong ability to troubleshoot mechanical and process issues.

• Experience with mechanical systems.

• Coating and slitting process knowledge. 

• Ability to use AutoCAD.  Develop and update mechanical drawings including P&IDs and PFDs. 

• Ability to interpret complex technical manuals and troubleshoot unexpected variables in the field.

• Knowledge in mechanical drafting documentation principles.

• Knowledge of machining practices and ability to use magnetic drills mills lathes and other machine shop equipment.

• Ability to use welding equipment along with oxygen acetylene torch and plasma cutters.

• Good technical writing skills.

• Proficient in Google workspace software  including Docs Sheets & Slides for creating reports performing calculations and filing documentation.  

• Self-motivated with a strong focus on innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Possesses good communication organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to interface effectively with cross-functional teams to support and execute process improvements and projects.

• Working knowledge and experience with Six Sigma and ELS principles preferred.

• Knowledge and ability to move machine equipment and rigging using safe best practice techniques.

• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.

• OSHA certified preferred

Additional Information :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time