Company OverviewParex USA, Inc., a California Corporation, is a subsidiary of the ParexGroup, a division of Materis, S.A., a French Corporation. The ParexGroup is one of the world's leading manufacturers of specialty chemicals and ready-to-use mortars for the construction industry. With over 55 manufacturing sites, 9 R&D centers in 20 countries the ParexGroup employs more than 3,100 industry professionals who are the corner stone of this thriving global organization. For more information regarding Parex USA, Inc. visit: www.parexusa.com. SummaryWork independently and with other plant personnel to perform reactive, preventative and predictive maintenance tasks on production and facilities equipment. Troubleshoot and repair issues and failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, procedures, goals and objectives of the company. Duties & Responsibilities• Support the TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) program by learning the process, completing TPM actions according to schedule and keeping appropriate records of actions.• Problem solve machine down time, resolve issues and make suggestions for improvement.• Follow through on all activities and take action to close. • Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.• Coordinate with external maintenance/repair contractors or OEM service as necessary.• Assist with leading the preventative maintenance process, defining processes, driving improvements and achieving KPI targets • Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. • Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments. • Repair, install, replace and maintain plant equipment such as mixers, conveyors, compressors, and pumps.• Repair or replace control devices such as switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, physical structures, and pipe/electrical systems.• Assists in everyday production operations as needed.• Able to set up and operate welders, drill press, grinder, hand tools and other metal working equipment.• Controls downtime by properly scheduling and informing production/plant personnel of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance. • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. • Contributes to team effort by interacting and accomplishing related results as needed. • Obtains direction from management regarding maintenance priorities.• Provide project support and or leadership.• Responds to equipment breakdowns in a prompt and efficient manner.• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment as needed.• Perform preventive maintenance based on OEM recommended and or run based intervals.• Installs and repairs electrical and mechanical production machinery and equipment.• Performs upgrades to building, machinery or equipment as required.• Repairs and maintains the physical structure of the establishment.• Observes safety policies and procedures.• Performs other duties as required.
One year certificate from college or technical school, plus three years of industrial maintenance experience.• Proficient with MS Office and computerized equipment for diagnostic purposes.• Must be able to read and interpret electrical and mechanical prints. • Must be able to effectively use electronic and mechanical test equipment required to perform essential duties (i.e. multimeter, tachometer, thermometer) • Skilled Problem solving – Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic.• Understanding of production processes & technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. • Continuous improvement or process improvement experience. • Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) experience preferred. • Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to facilitate projects/initiatives.• Time management, delegation and organization skills with strong problem solving ability.• Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) experience.• Siemens PLC fundamentals and troubleshooting experience/skills.• Spanish a plus
