E & I Maintenance Tech III - Liberty Diversified International, Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY   

The Electronics & Instrumentation Technician serves as a key member of the Maintenance team, working collaboratively and proactively on maintaining equipment, troubleshooting issues and repair of machinery including mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment throughout the plant.   

Liberty Plastics is a leader in the manufacturing of laminate corrugated plastic and products for a variety of industries and customers. This full-time position will report to the Maintenance Manager and is in Baldwyn, Mississippi.   

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Perform routine maintenance, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose problems and replace or repair parts and adjust as necessary.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facilities.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric and volt meters as well as material handling equipment while in performance of duties.
• Prepares maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Communicates with operators while troubleshooting equipment.
• Support building, infrastructure, and grounds to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment for all employees.
• Support with all parts and tool inventories to ensure necessary repairs are completed within minimal equipment downtime.
• Safely and efficiently troubleshoots and repairs electrical systems including but not limited to: PLC’s, VFD drives & motor controls, and instrumentation & controls.
• Builds, troubleshoots, and repairs logic systems & electrical circuits.
• Assists with conduit & wire installation, lighting repair, and hydraulic, pneumatic, power transmission & conveyor systems troubleshooting and repair.
• Performs corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance including calibration, uses data collectors, testing & diagnostic tools during routine and extended outages.
• Logs and reports issues, and provides feedback for long-term machine use, efficiency, and reliability.
• Participates in onsite training as required by the company.
• Assists in developing equipment reliability strategies including spare part stocking, PM optimization, and Predictive Maintenance (PdM).
• Communicates with operators while troubleshooting equipment.
• Supports all projects as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS   

• 2 Years Industrial Electrical Tech Degree
• 2 – 4 Years Industrial Maintenance Experience required; Plastics or Paper industry experience a plus.
• Demonstrated Strong electrical and instrumentation proficiency with an aptitude for Mechanical.
• Self-motivated with great follow-up skills and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong decision-making ability, including the ability to anticipate problems, develop contingency plans and act quickly to resolve issues.
• Ability to communicate with technical specialists and to interpret technical/blueprint drawings and specification documents.
• Very strong attention to detail/commitment to accuracy
• Manufacturing process knowledge

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS   

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.   

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

about our company:   

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Georgia, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.   

Since 1918, our values – Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence – have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior solutions and service for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products) and Safco.   

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Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.