Maintenance Technician - Woodbridge, Canada - Nuform Building Technologies

Description

The Maintenance Technician plays a pivotal role in the smooth and efficient operation at Nuform Building Technologies, a PVC extrusion plant.

This role ensures optimal performance of all production equipment, coordinates external contractors, troubleshoots mechanical and electrical systems, and manages critical operations like chilling and compressed air systems.

• Equipment Maintenance:_
• Perform routine preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on extrusion lines, cutters, cooling tanks, fabricating machines, punch machines, and other production equipment.
• Proactively identify and address potential equipment issues to prevent downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and update computerized work order systems.
• Support 5S initiatives by ensuring tidy and efficient work cell areas.
• System Oversight:_
• Oversee the operation of the plant's chilling system and compressed air system.
• Understand the principles of extruder operation, from heating to cooling.
• Knowledge of cooling tower operation, including chiller mode and freecool mode.
• Operate air compressors and dryers.

• Liaise with and manage external contractors, including chiller subcontractors, air compressor service providers, water treatment chemical companies, grinder service companies, forklift repair companies, and others.
• Coordinate certifications for overhead cranes and scissor lifts.
• Collaborate with HVAC service companies, drive technicians, and electrical contractors.
• Facilitate ESA coordination and interactions with the landlord.
• Additional Duties:_
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, including vacuum loss issues.
• Operate forklifts for machinery movement and alignment.
• Utilize overhead cranes safely.
• Operate grinders for pelletizing processes.
• Understand Nucon system operations.
• Acquire pricing and manage relationships with local and overseas suppliers.
• Possess hydraulics experience and welding capabilities (if applicable).
• Demonstrate PLC knowledge or trainability.
• Maintain proficiency in computer systems.
• Control parts inventory and understand electrical components (contactors, breakers, fuses, temperature controllers, relays, overloads, etc.).
• Exhibit extensive knowledge of tool usage and electrical voltages.

• Education/Experience:_
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a maintenance technician, ideally in a manufacturing or extrusion environment.
• Formal technical training or apprenticeship is a significant advantage.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Electrical knowledge and experience with various voltages.
• Excellent problemsolving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Onsite parking
• RRSP match

• English not required
• French not required

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

• Overtime pay

• Secondary School (required)

• Maintenance: 5 years (required)

• Woodbridge, ON L4L 0B9 (required)