Maintenance Specialist

**Primary Responsibilities**
- Work directly with Management to develop and execute focused improvement projects involving process optimizations, upgrades, and the resolution of reoccurring problems
- Resolve complex electrical issues including diagnostics of sensors, programming, variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, profi-bus, Ethernet), PLC input/output cards, safety modules and other electrical components.
- Work with equipment manufactures technical support to proficiently troubleshoot, diagnose and repair complex machine and process issues within mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and controls systems.
- Read and interpret schematics for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, logic, process flow and instrumentation diagrams. Teach others to read also.
- Coach and develop operators and other technicians on proper equipment set up, operation, changeovers, regular maintenance and technical troubleshooting procedures.
- Develop plans, lead others and execute hands on preventative maintenance and annual rebuilds, working with suppliers to minimize equipment downtime and repair cost.
- Lead operators, technicians and other peers by example on following safety, quality and environmental sustainability programs.
- Provide a strong presence on the production floor, monitoring all equipment and operators for safety, quality and efficiency risks or improvements.
- Maintain parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders, verifying receipt

**Skills & Experiences**
- 4+ years of experience reading blueprints, along with mechanical skills, drilling, tapping, cutting, filing
- 4+ years of experience in mechanical machine maintenance in packaging industry.
- 4+ years of experience with machine hardware (control circuits, actuators, motors and sensors)
- 4+ years of experience reading electrical schematics and programmable logic controllers (PLC), including Allen Bradley and Siemens
- KRONES high speed packaging line experience an asset
- Minimum 5 years’ electromechanical experience in a high speed packaging and/or manufacturing environment (food industry is highly preferred)
- Possess strong electrical control and PLC knowledge applicable to executing the primary responsibilities.
- Solid mechanical/pneumatic knowledge
- Possess strong organization, time management, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance programs (CMMS).
- Must have personal hand tools applicable to performing the primary responsibilities.
- Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Lockout Procedures.
- Good knowledge of MS Office software.
- Possess a positive drive to assist all departments, as required.
- Available to work as required with an “on call” component.

**Benefits**
- This role is ideal for someone looking to combine their love of farming and environmental sustainability, with the lifestyle of living in Grey County
- You will be able to develop and grow your career within a well-established, value-driven community focused organization
- Attractive remuneration will be offered commensurate with your skills and experience

**Annual Salary Range**:$70,000 - 75,000