Electromechanical Technician I: 1st shift
J.B. Poindexter & Co.
- Reading, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Fabrication Equipment Maintenance:
- Service and repair fabrication equipment, including lasers, press brakes, coil lines, and CNC punch presses.
- Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
- Ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets safety standards.
- System Integration and Implementation:
- Implement new equipment and technologies into existing systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
- Provide input on equipment designs and modifications to enhance performance.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs and inspections.
- Contribute to the development of maintenance procedures and manuals.
- Support Across Maintenance Areas:
- Assist other maintenance areas as needed when not servicing automated equipment.
- Provide support in various maintenance tasks to ensure overall operational efficiency.
- Provides emergency unscheduled repairs, which may require overtime and weekends
- Provides regular preventative maintenance on machines and equipment
- Aids with facility snow removal
- PLC and Controls Maintenance:
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of PLC systems and control mechanisms.
- Conduct diagnostics and repairs to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Robotics and Automation Maintenance:
- Maintain and troubleshoot robotic systems and automated machinery.
- Conduct preventive maintenance and calibration to optimize performance.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to implement automation upgrades and enhancements.
- Other duties as assigned
- Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electro-mechanical engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in maintenance, with a focus on fabrication and automated equipment.
- Experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of PLC, controls, robotics, automation, and complex electro-mechanical systems.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Familiarity with preventive maintenance practices and reliability-centered maintenance.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Willing to work overtime and varied shift assignments as required
- Must have industrial electrical knowledge
- Ability to follow diagrams, prints, sketches, operating manuals and engineering specifications
- Ability to provide technical input on designs and troubleshoot maintenance-related issues.
- Ability to follow all OSHA safety standards in all work that is performed, (Lock Out Tag Out)
- Ability to be certified to operate fork trucks, power workers, and aerial lifts.
- Ability to work off ladders and aerial lift
- Ability to diagnose equipment and systems
- Ability to accurately read all types of measuring devices
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
- Must have a proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Fast paced manufacturing environment
- Work occurs primarily on production floor
- Non-controlled temperature environment
- Must be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE)