Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

The position of Maintenance Technician I/II is responsible for preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of manufacturing equipment used in flexible packaging production. This position supports production by maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe operation of machinery and facility systems.

Essential Duties

The following duties are an overview of the primary duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician and should not be considered an all-inclusive list:

Preventive Maintenance

1. Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing and facility equipment.

2. Inspect, lubricate, adjust, repair, and replace components to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.

3. Complete maintenance work orders and document repairs in the maintenance management system.

Equipment Troubleshooting and Repair

1. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation-related equipment failures.

2. Maintain and repair:

• Tin Tie Applicators
• Valve Applicators
• Pouch Making Machines
• Film Slitters
• Conveyors and Material Handling Equipment
• Packaging and Converting Equipment
• Robotic knowledge

3. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring failures.

Electrical and Controls Systems

1. Troubleshoot electrical systems including:

o Low Voltage DC Controls

o 120V, 240V, and 480V AC Systems

o Motors, Contactors, Relays, Sensors, and Switches

2. Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

3. Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment.

4. Troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

5. Support troubleshooting of motion control systems including servo motors, servo drives, stepper motors, and associated controls.

Mechanical and Pneumatic Systems

1. Troubleshoot and repair:

• Bearings
• Chains and Sprockets
• Gearboxes
• Rollers
• Belts and Pulley Systems
• Vacuum Systems
• Air Cylinders
• Solenoid Valves
• Regulators and Air Preparation Equipment

2. Perform equipment alignments, adjustments, and component replacements.

Continuous Improvement

1. Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.

2. Participate in equipment upgrades and capital improvement projects.

3. Assist with equipment installations and commissioning activities.

Safety Responsibilities

All Flair employees are required to be an active safety participant at Flair by:

1. Attending required safety training sessions

2. Comply with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.

3. Utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

4. Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

5. Reporting any accidents, near misses and safety concerns to a designated safety team leader, in a timely manner

6. Following the Company’s work safety rules and procedures.

Food Safety Responsibilities

1. Employees shall maintain a good understanding of Flair’s food safety policies, GMP regulatory requirements and HACCP principles reflecting industry best practices, FSSC 22000 certification scheme, and relevant CTPAT minimum security criteria.
2. Employees shall report food safety non-conformities to the responsible person(s). Responsible personnel shall have defined responsibility and authority to initiate and record actions.

Required Training, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

In addition to performing satisfactorily all the duties and responsibilities of the position, an individual in this position must possess and maintain the following knowledge, skills, qualifications and/or abilities:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree, industrial maintenance training, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Maintenance Technician I: 2-3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Maintenance Technician II: 2-5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment
• Basic understanding of industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Valid Canadian Passport. International travel to other facilities may be required
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform job functions.

Preferred Skills

1. Experience in flexible packaging, converting, or packaging manufacturing.
2. Experience with pouch-making equipment, slitters, valve applicators, or tin tie machinery.
3. Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting.
4. Experience with VFDs, servo systems, and motion control applications.
5. Computerized Maintenance management system experience.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• The duties of this position requires frequent activity and the ability to stand for 8 to 12 hours per day with adequate breaks.
• Moderate physical activity is required;
• Ability to lift up-to 50lbs on occasion;
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop/bend, lift, and frequent repetitive motion and use of hands to finger, grasp, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and normal vision acuity.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately.
• Work hours will vary depending upon the needs of the Company’s customers at any given time and will involve working long or non-traditional hours to fulfill Company and/or customer’ needs, projects or special circumstances.
• Effectively use a variety of hand and power tools, measuring devices (rulers, calipers, etc.) and other shop tools as required to perform required duties.
• Ability to work with little supervision and make responsible decisions
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime hours as necessary