Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

Join a rapidly growing manufacturing organization at an exciting stage of expansion and innovation. As a Maintenance Technician I, you’ll work on cutting-edge, highly automated equipment used to produce advanced products, gaining exposure to a wide range of technologies including robotics, laser welding, PCB handling, and high-speed assembly systems.

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Technician II is a critical contributor in a mission that truly represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a company that is making significant investments in establishing US manufacturing, expanding internationally, and delivering a consistent cadence of product innovations to the market and investing in its people.

The successful candidate will be responsible for repairs and maintenance of highly automated and advanced manufacturing equipment necessary to produce our signature product. This individual will be trained and cross-trained to repair issues across a variety of technologies including heat staking, laser welding, mechanical swaging, printed circuit board (PCB) handling and testing, robotic automation, metal stamping and bending, form/fill/seal medical packaging, and high-speed discrete component assembly. In addition to equipment repair and maintenance, this individual will be responsible for the product quality performance of the equipment and advanced machine troubleshooting in the event of faults and machine stops. This position requires mechanical aptitude, technical ability, strong machine troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and the willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a cGMP compliant environment and operate within FDA guidelines for 21CFR820 manufacturing.
• Follow all policies and procedures including safety and quality standards.
• Perform equipment setup, operation, repair, and weekly preventative maintenance tasks to meet all standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. These tasks must be completed under minimal supervision.
• Diagnose and repair electromechanical systems on equipment.
• Perform various equipment preventive maintenance tasks (i.e., cleaning, inspection, and lubrication) as necessary.
• Thoroughly document maintenance activity using the maintenance database, adequately communicate maintenance issues to appropriate employees (e.g., other maintenance techs, operators, engineers, supervisors, etc.)
• Collaborate with manufacturing and corporate representatives to help create and execute preventative maintenance schedules.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and corporate representatives to help resolve complex quality, process, or safety defects.
• Troubleshoot and identify potential solutions for mechanical errors, safety issues, or general operating inefficiencies with assembly production processes.
• Create standard work procedures for the setup and maintenance of assembly equipment.
• Champion process improvement in assigned areas though rigorous data analysis (MTBF, Corrective Maintenance, sources of waste, etc.) and root cause analysis.
• Assist in day-to-day support of operators, adjustments, setups, and change over.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, quality policies, and employee guidelines.
• This is a hands-on role, requiring the candidate to take on project work assigned as an individual contributor, or as a participant on cross functional teams, as well as be able to utilize tools to inspect, repair and maintain equipment.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• At least 1-3 years of experience working with hand tools on manufacturing equipment, HVAC, Automotive, etc. executing repair and maintenance activities.

• Basic computer skills and use of MS Office applications.

• Written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Engineering Technician Diploma or Associates Degree.
• Familiar with specific manufacturing processes such as mechanical swaging, ultrasonic welding, heat staking, laser welding, electronic controls, and precise component assembly.
• Familiar with typical sensors on automated equipment including pressure switches, inductive sensors, photoelectric sensors, reed switches, LVDT, and load cells.
• Experience with high-speed filming equipment
• Technical knowledge of cam driven linkages, discrete component assembly and automation
• Sound hands-on technical ability with assembly methodologies including locational methods, setup at assembly, pneumatic actuators, servo motors, limit switches, robotics, steels, plastics, belting methods etc.
• Familiarity with HMI’s / GUI’s (Machine user interfaces)
• Working in a clean room environment
• Knowledge and experience with post-implementation continuous improvement efforts and methodology
• Experience in a start-up production environment

Physical Requirements (if applicable):

• Required to stand for at least 75% of working time per shift, with walking at least 50% of working time per shift.
• Required to reach above shoulder frequently and below waist occasionally.
• Required to push and pull.
• Ability to lift 35lbs occasionally, 5-20lbs frequently.
• Ability to work in tight spaces.
• Able to work night shift.

NOTE: This position requires on-site working (requires on-site office/plant/lab work). LI#-Onsite

Additional Information:

Compensation & Benefits: For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $21.34 - $32.01 This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (PTO) • And additional employee wellness programs Application Details: This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.