Lead Machine Maintenance Tech
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About the Position
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing, leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. We are currently seeking a Lead Machine Maintenance Technician to join our team in Minnetonka, MN.
Responsibilities
Machine Maintenance
- Perform regular preventive maintenance on additive manufacturing machines and related equipment.
- Regularly inspect machines and equipment for signs of wear, damage, or malfunction.
- Conduct scheduled repairs and replacements of machine parts, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent production flow.
- Respond promptly to machine breakdowns, diagnosing issues and performing emergency repairs to minimize production interruptions.
- Calibrate machines to ensure they meet production specifications and quality standards.
- Use diagnostic tools and techniques to identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues in additive manufacturing equipment.
- Notify the Machine Maintenance Supervisor or facility Director of machines needing repair or more extensive maintenance.
- Monitors any outside vendors on site for repairs.
- Perform root cause analysis on recurring problems to develop and implement permanent solutions.
- Make necessary adjustments to machine settings and parameters to optimize performance and output quality.
- Coordinate administrative activities including resources allocation, installation of new equipment and parts transactions, maintain accurate performance reports on the equipment.
Technical Support
- Oversees the reliability and uptime issues on equipment to ensure high levels of satisfaction and reliability of prototypes and production parts on 3D printers for customers.
- Troubleshoots and repairs software-controlled electro-mechanical systems. Performs root cause analysis of equipment failure.
- Uses test and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts. Rebuilds manufacturing equipment as required. Will perform equipment modifications as directed by manufacturing engineers.
Team Leadership & Development
- Serve as a backfill for the leader, as needed to assist with assigning work, prioritize activities, and ensure workload alignment with production needs.
- Provide guidance, training, and technical direction to maintenance technicians. Assist leadership with maintenance tracking and KPIs. Help manage day-to-day goals are met, and address challenges.
Reporting and Compliance
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment manuals, and inventory of spare parts.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels of spare parts and maintenance supplies, ensuring availability when needed.
- Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams to order necessary parts and materials for machine maintenance and repairs.
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while performing maintenance tasks.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards for machine safety and operation.
Support
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and drive adherence to 5S.
- Collaborate with other departments to address cross-functional issues related to equipment maintenance.
Other
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Attend all required company training.
- Demonstrate commitments to Stratasys Behaviors by leading, acting, and modeling these values.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the department or manager.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Must be ITAR qualified.
- 6-10 years of related experience.
- Experience with various hand and power tools to perform the job.
- Proficient level with MS Office products.
- Experience reading blueprints.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well with others.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM software applications and Rapid Prototyping industry experience is strongly desired.
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Forklift preferred experience.
- CMMS UpKeep Software experience preferred.
- Overtime may be required based on project levels.
We Offer
- Competitive salary range from $75,000 to $95,000 annually.
- Comprehensive Total Rewards program supporting our People First strategy.
- Benefits and perks that support you and your family both inside and outside of work.
About the Company
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing, delivering innovative solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. Join us and be part of the global shift to additive manufacturing.
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