Maintenance Technician at Westlake

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, Building ProductsIndustries

Minimum of five years electrical and mechanical experience in maintenance technician role
Experience with blending and extrusion equipment preferred
Electrical and Mechanical background; 3 phase, 480v power experience required
Familiarity with PC and PLC equipment
Good understanding of PC’s and PLC troubleshooting
Knowledge and experience with CMMS programs
Knowledge of 5S and lean principles
Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
Ability to lift, carry and/or move up to 50 lbs. frequently
Mobility to cover 2 facilities (North & South Plant)
Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Preventative and routine maintenance functions for all extrusion equipment and support systems in all manufacturing facilities
Installing new plant equipment
Document changes, equipment modifications, and new installations
Plan work that requires knowledge of electrical and mechanical theories and principles to effectively accomplish assigned work with minimal interruption to production
Practice a predictive/preventative approach to electrical and mechanical maintenance issues
Develop working mechanical and electrical knowledge of material conveying, process water, chilled water, and compressed air systems that support the production process, including proficiency at PMs and rebuilding of equipment components
Set up barrels and screws on extruders
Set up all equipment for production runs
Accomplish assigned work with minimum supervision
Install power requirements for equipment modifications and installations
Comply with company policies for software updating, filing, and archiving of PLC/PC applications
Comply with established safety rules and company policies and procedures