Plant Operations Assistant Jobs in Sandy, OR (NOW HIRING)

Position Description:
The Material Handler Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation, testing, maintenance, and calibration of electro-mechanical equipment, including auxiliary machinery like forklifts. This role focuses on minimizing equipment downtime and maximizing production efficiency. The ideal candidate will be computer-savvy and comfortable working in a hands-on environment. They should have extensive experience with testing equipment and be proficient in reading blueprints and schematics. In addition to maintenance duties, this role involves supporting material handling within the facility, including managing the supply and removal of raw materials from machines according to production plans, as well as loading and unloading trucks as needed.
The Material Handler Maintenance Technician is responsible for the following duties:
Diagnose and correct electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions
Support all aspects of plant operations involving electrical & mechanical maintenance by responding to plant service calls under the direction of the plant leadership
Assignments include maintaining & repairing existing production equipment, i.e., motors, variable speed drives, etc., as well as equipment modification & new equipment installation work
Ensure that auxiliary equipment like forklifts is properly maintained and operated to assist with material handling.
Assignments include maintaining production equipment & plant operations consisting of all process & auxiliary equipment
Develop, implement, execute, and log preventive maintenance procedures to minimize unplanned equipment downtime
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance
Use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders and inventory
Obtain training & certification on plant safety & housekeeping rules, and any mandated corporate or government regulations regarding environmental, safety & health issues
Demonstrate safe work methods and practices daily, while working in the professional manner expected of a skilled tradesman
Follow good housekeeping practices by keeping maintenance and tool storage areas neat and clean as well as timely cleanup of work areas after each job is completed
Understand and maintain plant blueprints, maintenance manuals, operating instructions, electrical drawings and schematics
Assist with identifying and implementing improvement projects
Perform a variety of duties, which may change often including occasional custodial/handyman tasks
Model safe work methods and practices daily, including LOTO while working in a professional manner
Support the logistical side of the facility by managing the supply and removal of raw materials based on production schedules
Assist with the loading and unloading of materials or products from trucks to maintain smooth material flow
Able to be flexible and respond to the changing needs of the organization, including working overtime as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
May be required to travel to other locations
Other duties as assigned
The Material Handler Maintenance Technician required knowledge, skills and abilities are:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required, associates degree in electrical / mechanical technology a plus
Ability to work from basic electrical circuits, wiring and line diagrams, pneumatic flow diagrams and hydraulic schematics for new equipment installations, equipment modifications, etc.
Knowledge & experience with all types of tools, test equipment and instruments used in an industrial plant application (digital multi-meters, hand tools, welder, drill, etc.)
Possess strong troubleshooting skills and demonstrate the ability to diagnose & correct electrical & mechanical malfunctions while driving to the root cause
Experience with piping and conduit repairs and installations
Able to work independently to job completion with a sense of urgency to support operations in maintaining production schedules
Basic understanding of OSHA, NEC (National Electric Code), and NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace)
Work with and supervise outside contractors as needed
Quickly identify and resolve issues that could halt production or reduce efficiency
Fabrication as needed for repairs or new projects (welding, drilling, cutting, grinding, etc.)
Must be able to use a computer and common software (Excel, Word)
Able to operate a forklift/valid forklift certification
The Material Handler Maintenance Technician required physical requirements are:
Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms and use hands to manipulate objects
The use of common hand tools and occasionally sharp objects are involved
The employee must be able to move and/or lift objects up to 50 pounds often
The physical demands described here 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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

$24.00 - $30.00 Hourly