PHE Mechanic III - Team Lead - Alfa Laval Inc

At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.

OBJECTIVE

Perform equipment receipt, inspection, repair, testing and packaging following the company’s quality standards, SOPs and safety guidelines. This position disassembles PHEs, cleans and rebuilds to new standard.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

• Assist in shipping, receiving, counting, labeling and distribution of Alfa Laval parts/customer equipment
• Uncrates, assist in removing gaskets, disassembles - put plates on hook, submerge in liquid nitrogen, after removed, stack plates on skid in preparation for chemical dip
• Maintains a solid knowledge base of Alfa Laval approved SOPs/WIs for all PHE processes
• Accurately completes PHE Service Reports, and read PLA/Drawings as job moves through shop
• Dye penetration inspection process - take plate into room, spray die on one side and inspect under black light for holes, cracks or other irregularities in plates. After dye pen inspection, rinse remaining dye from plates
• Cleans units (pressure wash), paints if specified.
• Able to perform and complete, as well as give accurate and professional direction on all PHE reconditioning processes, including opening framed units, gasket removal, dye penetration, pressure washing, gasketing, oven curing, inspecting, repairing, packing, installing plates, closing, and pressure testing
• For framed units – attach unit to water and/or compressed air for hydro test. Perform test and record data on inspection sheet
• Diagnose and troubleshoot quality issues on customer equipment, and effectively communicate AL parts and workmanship quality concerns
• Moves material as needed via forklifts, overhead cranes, mobile tables, hand trucks, etc.
• Recognizes and communicates the need for replenishment of supplies, tools, need repair parts and other facility needs to applicable personnel in a timely manner
• Update daily shop production schedule as individual processes are completed
• Directly responsible for keeping work area and surrounding equipment clean and organized. Performs housekeeping as required at the facility to maintain a professional presentation – (follows 5S standards)
• Lead On-The-Job training for PHE personnel as directed on all AL approved SOP’s/WI’s
• Perform daily safety tasks (i.e. daily forklift inspections, lock out/tag out, under hook chain/sling inspections, First Responder duties, Safety Committee meetings & duties)
• Review active projects in shop to ensure all needed equipment and parts are on hand for production
• Assist in assembling work floor job packets and confirm all required documentation is present
• Effectively utilizes AL programs (Installed Base, ALSO, OPTO, AL Service Tools, etc.) to retrieve documents and update job status as needed
• Communicates with customer service and other service centers on parts shortages, supply needs, questions with orders, etc. as needed
• Effectively drive ALPS Performance and Improvement meetings, and positively participate in all ALPS and improvement initiatives
• Performs other duties as directed by Management

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPONENTS

The PHE Mechanic reports to the Service Center Manager or Supervisor.  Must work unsupervised performing job responsibilities as trained and instructed.   Works effectively in a strong team environment; continually seeking ways to improve repair process (continuous improvement) and techniques. Cooperates with team leader (or designee) and must be able to interact in a professional manner with administrative staff and co-workers.

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Safety – work safely and following all EH&S policies

First run yield issues (productivity - amount of rework)

Completing jobs within standard times

End result high quality output according to company standards

Meeting acknowledged delivery times

KEY COMPETENCIES NEEDED:

F1: Concern for Excellence – Committed to the achievement and maintenance of quality; sets high standards of performance for self and others.

F2: Customer Service Orientation – Concerned to provide a prompt, efficient and personalized service to clients; goes out of way to ensure that individual customer needs are met.

B3: Building and Maintaining Relationships – Able to establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels; puts other at ease; promotes harmony and consensus through diplomatic handling of disagreements and potential conflict.

B5: Flexibility – Adaptable; receptive to new ideas; willing and able to adjust to changing demands and circumstance

B2: Teamwork – Co-operates and works well with others in the pursuit of team goals; shares information; supports others.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION DESIRED:

• Education (degree or years) and/or Certification/Registration:

High School degree or Equivalent.

• Type and Length of Experience:

Experience in a manual shop environment, preferred but not necessary

Experience operating fork lift trucks, hand pallet jacks and overhead cranes, preferred

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes Desired in Candidate:

Able to use measuring devices (tape measure, depth micrometer) as required

Good hand eye coordination

Flexible, Team Player

Basic hand tool experience and application

Ability to follow directions, with strong attention to detail

Read, write and effectively communicate in the English language

Basic computer knowledge, basic MS office skills (clocking in and out, scanning bar codes, taking photos)

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Physical Requirements (lifting, climbing, standing, equipment and/or motor vehicle use):

Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs. as required

• Environmental Factors (hazardous materials, work location, work surfaces, exposure):

Typical shop environment and machinery – concrete floors.  See site specific MSDS information

OTHER  REQUIREMENTS

Travel may be requested for field service work (not a requirement)

Required to sign Invention and Confidentiality Agreement

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.

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