Mechanical Maintenance Technician

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Mechanical Maintenance Technician

About the Organization Founded in 1879, and still family owned and operated, Sandler ranks among the top twenty nonwoven manufacturers worldwide. Sandler develops and manufactures a variety of nonwoven products for acoustics, automotive, construction, home textiles, personal and health care, and filtration applications. Sandler employs more than 850 employees at its German facility, which is highly regarded within the textile industry as a center of nonwoven competence.

Having successfully conducted business with customers in North America for decades, Sandler established its first overseas subsidiary in Perry, Georgia, USA in 2016. The initial U.S. investment established a production line, which supplies nonwoven material to converters that manufacture personal hygiene and health care products. After four successful years of operation, Sandler Nonwoven Corporation in Perry, Georgia is on target to launch its new nonwoven production line in fall of 2020! Using an advanced technology and a state-of-the-art system of equipment, this new operation will focus mainly on producing nonwovens for wipes applications. The Sandler team is looking forward to achieving this upcoming milestone in Perry!

Sandler Nonwoven Corporation is experiencing the kind of growth that requires a team of motivated individuals, who are eager to continue this successful momentum. Becoming part of this team means landing a rewarding career with one of the largest manufacturers of nonwoven textiles in the world! You have the opportunity to achieve personal and professional advancement as a member of our international team. Do you want to be part of this forward movement? If so, we look forward to hearing from you!

If you do not see an open position that seems to be a good fit for you, please submit your application to the general link on our website. Visit www.sandler-nonwoven.com to learn more! EOE Statement Sandler is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.

Whenever possible, the company makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by law. If employees would like to request a reasonable accommodation, they should contact Human Resources.

Open Date 12/30/2024 Location Sandler Nonwoven Corporation Category Maintenance Position Mechanical Maintenance Technician Description

DESCRIPTION:

Sandler is a Nonwoven manufacturer in Perry, Ga that is growing quickly. This growth leads to many opportunities for advancement. We strive to internally develop our team members, because we know our people are our greatest asset. We offer a pay for skills program that rewards you as you achieve pre-determined milestones. Apply today and achieve success by launching your career at Sandler!

PURPOSE:

Effectively perform mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance activities; to ensure efficient production processes with minimal downtime

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Mechanical Maintenance Duties

• Perform mechanical servicing and efficient maintenance on production machinery, equipment, plant, and utilities; in order to help meet or exceed production, waste, downtime, and quality goals
• Ensure optimal machine settings are implemented to achieve efficient operations
• Maintain the reliability of the equipment to help meet and exceed the facility's goals for quality and production by inspecting, troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical problems on all manufacturing equipment in accordance with plant policies and procedures
• Responsible for workplace safety
• Responsible for order and cleanliness of Workshop area
• Perform mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and information technology systems assembly process by functional unit, e.g. individual or interlinked machines, atomized production equipment or production lines
• Process and splice metals, e.g. manual and automatic cutting, separating and recasting, riveting, screwing, gluing, soldering, welding (simple welding without special welding, inspections)
• Install propulsion systems, sensors, actuators, and converters
• Install switch and control units, linings, and safety devices
• Compare system parameters to target values
• Install, align, dismantle, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and operations equipment for improved reliability and production time
• Apply measurement, testing, and diagnostic procedures and identify malfunctions
• Identify causes of malfunctions, localize and repair malfunctions in consideration of interfaces between mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical components
• Install spare parts and replace worn parts
• Retool and expand machines and production lines; replace technically outdated components

Process Control

• Perform daily inspection walk-throughs
• Manually inspect finished good rolls, to ensure proper dimensions, winding, etc.
• Assist with the handling of complaints regarding finished goods; especially when a maintenance component could be of concern
• Manually inspect the packaging of finished goods
• Issue defect reports and lock messages
• Analyze maintenance aspects of test runs that use new raw materials
• Aim to minimize downtime to increase total output capacity

Quality

• Ensure that the QMS conforms to ISO 9001:2015
• Ensure processes are delivering intended outcomes
• Report to Top Management on the performance of the QMS; on opportunities for improvement; on change requirements; on innovations
• Ensure the promotion of customer focus
• Ensure the integrity of the QMS is maintained

Position Requirements

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-2 years of powered industrial truck experience, preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a nonwoven manufacturing environment
• Experience maintaining a production line
• Profound knowledge in mathematical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and IT systems
• Extensive mathematical skills
• Experience using control and drive technology
• Experience using automation systems
• Expertise in Microsoft Office applications and SAP
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to handle stress, high workloads, and loud noise
• Thorough and precise coordination of tasks
• Knowledge of safe working practices
• Ability to respond quickly
• Ability to make decisions quickly
• Meticulous focus on quality standards and fulfillment of customer expectations
• Willing and able to obtain additional qualifications and training
• Good communication skills
• Able to work independently
• Good interpersonal skills
• Dependable, reliable, and punctual
• Good organizational skills
• Hands-on mentality
• Skilled in negotiation and financially savvy

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

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