LME Maintenance Technician II/III (Day Shift)

About the role

At A-dec, we do more than create the highest quality products and services for the dental industry; we strive to deliver a superior employment experience for each of our team members. With an environment that encourages and assists each person in developing to their highest potential, a career at A-dec is incredibly rewarding.

Overview

The LME (Limited Maintenance Electrician) Technician II maintains plant equipment at optimum efficiency, with a focus on maintaining CNC (Computer Numeric Control) equipment. Uses knowledge in Preventive Maintenance practices to drive continuous improvement in machine reliability. Applies troubleshooting skills and experience to resolve technical, mechanical, and electrical problems that may occur. Works with operations to improve machine efficiencies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with Supervisor Unit Specialist, and trainer to perform technical machine electrical and mechanical repairs. Works independently with limited support and guidance from leaders and others.
• Utilizes knowledge of electronic instrumentation such as scopes, meters, etc. to troubleshoot electrical control/drive systems, single and 3-phase power up to 480V, and VFDs (variable frequency drives).
• Utilizes fabrication skills to assist in moderately complex department projects as assigned.
• Collaborates with and sometimes leads maintenance projects to improve machine reliability.
• Actively engages and participates in the department's continuous improvement efforts. Demonstrates behaviors and attitudes that emphasize and focus on permanent resolutions to problems.
• Maintains maintenance records in a CMMS (Cribmaster), and orders preventive maintenance supplies as needed.
• Cross-trains on various types of machines to act as a backup in the absence of more experienced Maintenance Mechanics.
• Performs basic and advanced preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment throughout the plant.
• Follows and adheres to all ISO, OSHA, and DEQ requirements.

Qualifications

• Generally requires 5-7 years of experience maintaining and repairing equipment. Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge and understanding of electronic instrumentation such as scopes, meters, etc. Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of electrical control/drive systems, single and 3-phase power up to 480V, and VFDs.
• Knowledge of mechanical/electrical repair practices. Broad understanding of troubleshooting techniques with hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of servos, and open and closed-loop feedback systems. Understands control systems, i.e. PLCs (Programmable Logic Computers), relay logic, pneumatic logic, etc.
• Understanding of NEC (National Electric Code) and Oregon Electric Code.
• Working knowledge of computers and the ability to learn new computer programs such as CMMS (CribMaster)
• Understanding of tolerance required on production machinery as well as the ability to fabricate repair parts for these machines.
• Must be able to fulfill the minimum qualifications of LME Technician I.
• Holds a current Oregon LME card.
• Must either hold HazMat certification or become certified within the first year of employment. All required licensure must be maintained and kept up to date.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise maneuver up to 35 pounds with or without assistance on a routine basis. Must have manual hand dexterity to grasp, operate tools and equipment repetitively. Able to walk, stand, sit, bend, reach, and occasionally kneel, climb steps, and twist throughout an entire shift. Some areas may be exposed to chemicals, noise, vibration and /or dust, and require the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); such as, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, foot protection, etc.