Technical Machine Specialist 1 - IL

Job Title:

Technical Machine Specialist 1 IL

Location:

Mendota, IL

Department:

Production

Work Environment:

Factory

Employment Type:

Full Time

Non-Exempt

Republic Elite is a market leader in the multifamily interiors space and maintains its leadership position by delivering turnkey solutions that fulfill the ever-evolving expectations of community living.

Each of our team members represents the best talent within their discipline, bringing a unique point of view to the table. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workforce. We come from a multitude of backgrounds, and we value a variety of ideas and perspectives. As manufacturers, estimators, installers, interior designers, brand strategists, information management experts, accountants, marketers, human resource professionals, and more, we are committed to Republic Elite’s vision of manufacturing and installing superior budget friendly cabinets and countertops for our multifamily clients and communities across the USA.

Position Summary:

Under direction of the Production Supervisor, the Technical Machine Specialist will follow all established procedures and policies while providing technical operations support to the machine operators responsible for Thermal Foil Line.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Communicate effectively with Team members, including maintenance personnel regarding recurring problems and needs for repair.

Responsible for performing job functions in a manner that promotes a safe work environment, including compliance with proper PPE and all other Plant safety policies and practices.

Monitor equipment for abnormalities, solving minor problems without assistance and eliminating potential threats to production.

Ability to accurately troubleshoot and address root cause of quality defects and machine downtime.

Process all necessary repairs and upkeep of all machinery and mechanical systems.

Provide appropriate feedback to Operators, Team Leads, Maintenance, Supervisors and Managers

Attend vendor training and working with outside technicians to learn proper methods and techniques.

Train and mentor Machine Operators on proper setup and operational process.

Collaborate with Maintenance and Production personnel in projects and/or rebuilds.

Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.

Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.

Plan and lay out repair work, using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, or schematic diagrams.

Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, or other measuring instruments.

Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.

Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.

Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Test fluids to identify contamination or other problems.

Leads 5S and continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor and ensure improvements are being sustained.

Participate in the 5S audits, provide training and mentoring to machine operators about Standard Work, Visual Management, 5S, etc.

TEAMWORK: Support efforts by all team members to continuously improve equipment performance

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Required

Able to demonstrate a clean & organized work environment.

Strong Electrical & Mechanical aptitude

Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Self-direction and initiative

Ability to read and understand line diagrams and schematics.

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Ability to identify issues and to determine repairs that are needed.

Strong leadership skills

Proficient in PLC's & HMI's

Qualifications - Preferred

Bilingual is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Stand, kneel, bend, twist, and walk 8-12 hours per day.

Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose equipment issues and plan repairs or maintenance.

Must be physically able to perform repairs.

Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.

Indoor Manufactuing Environment.

Varying noise levels

Fast-paced environment

Compensation:

Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as location, experience, and skills.

Benefits:

Eligibility is based on employment status and length of time in role.

Medical, dental, vision insurance (cost & coverage details provided upon enrollment)

Retirement plan (Traditional 401k and Roth 401k) with company match

Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Employer paid Long-Term Disability

Paid time off (including vacation and sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local laws)

Paid holidays

Reasonable Accommodation:
 We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and to employees with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. If you need assistance during the application process, please contact payroll@republicelite.com.

EEO Statement:

Republic Elite Holdings, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who raise concerns or participate in investigations.