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GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for providing professional Mechanical Engineering
service and technical support to Maintenance and Operation departments for the redesign, modification, re-engineering and retro-fitting of machinery and equipment to
improve availability, quality and productivity

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Analyzes and defines machinery and equipment problems to improve quality,
productivity, repair damaged equipment, save money, and increase production line
up - time.
2. Re-designs, re-engineers and /or retro-fits machinery and equipment that needs
upgrading, is damaged, is poorly designed or is incorrectly used in order to
improve quality and productivity, to repair damaged equipment, to save money and
to improve production line up-time.
3. Defines and scopes projects, makes engineering drawings or layouts, writes
engineering reports, makes cost estimates, obtains bids, writes work orders, makes
recommendations to management, obtains approval to purchase necessary
equipment and materials, and works with Maintenance and Operations Personal to
retro-fit and install.
4. Studies machinery requirements, maintenance manuals and maintenance
procedures to design and establish Preventative Maintenance Programs to increase
equipment up-time. Coordinates all Predictive and Preventative Maintenance
activities and ensures all maintenance work is satisfactory complete as assigned.
5. Communicates and coordinates with Maintenance Personnel to provide technical
expertise and support on the full range of maintenance projects and programs to
reduce maintenance costs, avoid costly downtime, and increase equipment
utilization.
6. Defines, prepares and controls work order jobs. Prepares work instruction, orders
and secures spare parts for jobs to be completed by Maintenance personnel.
Reviews all work done for proper completion to ensure the orderly and efficient
utilization of Maintenance manpower and materials.
7. Provides for and ensures the timely, accurate and efficient administration and
control of the spare parts program assures that all spares which are essential for the
orderly and efficient operation of the plant are either inventoried on site or are
readily available for delivery through equipment vendors in order to avoid
unnecessary downtime waiting for spare parts.
8. Assists Operations and Maintenance with troubleshooting and repairs to pollution
control equipment in order to meet EPA rules and regulations.
9. Follows OSHA regulations as it applies to engineering design, constructions,
maintenance, and equipment installation to assure NAS compliance to safety and health
requirements.
10. Keeps abreast of new equipment and techniques by reading appropriate journals;
associating with professional organizations, trade associations, colleagues, equipment
vendors, service companies, consultants, and government agencies; and attending
conferences, training courses, and continuing education courses as appropriate.
11. Conducts themselves professionally with any internal or external interactions relating to
their job functions. Communicates in an efficient and professional fashion.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Other duties as assigned
2. Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of Technical Degree from approved University/College. (BS/BA)
• Basic computer skills required.
• Supervisory skills preferred.
• One year experience needed in Industrial Environment.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Mobility in plant
• While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand,
walk, etc.
• The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Visual ability with or without correction
• Communication abilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY:
1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
2. Follow Company safety rules
3. Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor
or Manager immediately
4. Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or
worn:
a. Safety shoes
b. Safety glasses
c. Hearing protection
d. Hard Hat
Some areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as:
e. Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with
company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
f. Fire Retardant clothing
g. Acid PPE
5. Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy
6. Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines
7. Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
8. Maintain a clean and safe work area

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
2. Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.

HUMAN RESOURCES:
1. Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
2. Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
3. Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
4. Abiding by all security procedures
5. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
6. Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
7. Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skill