Maintenance Technician Jobs in Virginia

Job Title: Temporary Maintenance Technician Company: Accellent Inc. Location: Salem, VA Description:     Currently, we are searching for a Maintenance Technician to join our Salem, Virginia facility.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1.) Perform all responsibilities defined for a Maintenance Equipment Mechanic. 2.) Must be an exemplary performer. 3.) Must be able to prioritize department repair and Improvement projects to satisfy internal or external customers. 4.) Ability to trouble-shoot, repair & fabricate equipment in the following areas: Electrical Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Mechanical Systems, Pneumatic Systems, Hydraulic Systems. a.) In conjunction with supervisors and operators in all areas. b.) Communicates and updates all plans and projects as appropriate. 5.) Plans and executes all phases of equipment repair to minimize the effect on operations and maximize machine capabilities. 6.) Provides training on all equipment for personnel that will ensure we are true to Accellent values. 7.) Manage maintenance personnel and assist in the development and continual improvement of personnel to assure department is ready to meet the demands of Accellent. a.) Be a mentor. b.) Assist in the development of each team member to their maximum potential. c.) Work as part of a team to implement new procedures or equipment. d.) Involve service technicians as needed to maintain and repair equipment. e.) Identify and actively pursue educational needs of the department. f..) Provide training as appropriate.   8.) Assist in the development and continual improvement of the processes and systems in manufacturing from a maintenance perspective. a.) Identify and actively pursue opportunities to make improvements in manufacturing area. b.) Work with R&D / Engineering to implement new equipment. c.) Assist with the creation and development of Standard Operating Procedures as necessary. d.) Work with Engineering to create Preventive Maintenance schedules. e.) Share & document knowledge of equipment with maintenance and production personnel. f.) Identify trends in downtime and propose changes to the Preventive Maintenance schedule. 9.) Maintain inventory of spare parts for equipment by using the purchasing system and the CMMS (Computer Maintenance Management System). a.) Develop optimum inventory levels based on historical and anticipated usage. b.) Assure cost effective purchasing of spare parts. c.) Effectiveness of maintenance dollars spent. Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSA): 1.) Leader, planner, multitasking, prioritize-utilizing numerous inputs, project management. a.) Effectively allocate resources in the manufacturing area. b.) Develop the capabilities of an individual to grow to their fullest potential. c.) Create plans of actions to address downward fluctuations in performance of departments and individuals. 2.) Ability to interpret the following: Blue prints, engineering drawings, mechanical drawings, ladder logic, hydraulic schematics, electrical schematics, air or gas schematics and water schematics. V. Physical Demands: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1.) The employee must occasionally lift or move 75 pounds. 2.) May be required to work in areas up to 30 feet above the floor. 3.) May be required to work in tight spaces. 4.) May be required to handle & place very small components. 5.) Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to feel objects or handle tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel or crouch. VI. Education / Experience: 6.) Prior supervisory experience is desirable. 1.) High school graduate or GED equivalent. 2.) Extensive knowledge of mechanical equipment systems and practices. 3.) Building, plumbing and electrical codes and regulations pertaining to mechanical maintenance knowledge are a plus. 4.) Service and repair all types of mechanical systems. 5.) Read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.   Due to the expected number of responses, only those most qualified will be contacted. No recruiters please; all unsolicited third-party submissions will be rejected. Accellent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about Accellent and our career opportunities, please visit us at www.accellent.com