FITESA WASHOUGAL INC • Washougal, WA 98671
Job #2775591870
Fitesa is a global leader in nonwoven fabric solutions, specializing in providing innovative fabrics the hygiene, medical, and industrial markets. Our location in Washougal, WA, has an excellent opportunity for an Maintenance Technician to join our team. This position involves a wide range of responsibilities, including installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of production and facility equipment. The technician is expected to follow safety protocols and utilize predictive and preventative maintenance systems and processes to contribute to the overall success of Fitesa's business objectives.
Fitesa Benefits:
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
7% 401(k) paid by the company up to 4% dollar for dollar match + additional 3% company contribution
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Key Responsibilities:
Maintenance Technicians perform preventive maintenance and skilled repairs on complex electrical and mechanical production equipment and systems. Follows standard procedures to monitor equipment for performance, safety, and effectiveness. Being a Maintenance Technician includes performing equipment failure analysis to complete preventive and unscheduled maintenance. Troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment problems. Additionally, Maintenance Technicians log equipment modifications and maintenance details in the designated system. Follow all safety procedures. The position reports to the Maintenance manager. The Maintenance Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Processes a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Associates Degree in a Technical field strongly preferred. One to three plus years manufacturing maintenance experience and/or relevant field.
Core Competencies:
Maintenance professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of complex machinery. By being attentive and following strict procedures, they can effectively prevent potentially dangerous situations. Effective communication, sound decision-making, taking initiative, adhering to work standards, taking ownership, and organizing tasks are all core competencies for maintenance experts.
Behavioral Competencies:
Strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a team with other technicians and operators to ensure line goals are met; flexibility to help with packaging duties and/or other lines as needed.
Demonstrated familiarity with manufacturing processes and equipment preferably of a large size, high speed nature.
Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, conflict-resolution, and decision-making skills
Strong organization skills with attention to detail
Possesses a quality and customer-focused mindset.
Willingness and ability to train, motivate, and coach other team members.
Able to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Familiar with air and water pollution control technology and federal, state and community regulatory agency workings
Willingness and ability to learn and perform in other functions in the plant.
Thorough knowledge of the occupation hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.
Willing and able to work flexible hours including rotating shifts as needed.
Possess communication skills to relate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
Technical Competencies:
Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in electrical and/or mechanical maintenance.
Basic electrical skills
Basic mechanical skills
Basic electromechanical skills
Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office
Ability to understand and interpret process settings and center lines
Ability to use a calculator
Ability to learn and become proficient with FIRM, Paylocity and other internal database and tracking software
Ability to read and interpret Fitesa product codes, production schedules, and operations documents.
Advanced troubleshooting skills and good mechanical abilities
Ability to apply basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Ability to read and interpret measurement from a ruler, tape measure, or other measuring device in standard and metric systems
Statistical Analysis skills with the ability to establish and audit against goals
Physical Demands:
This position requires frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 - 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The position requires frequent lifting, walks and stands for long periods of time, and performs strenuous physical labor under extreme temperatures. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Additional Information:
Eligibility to apply is in accordance with Fitesa hiring policies and practices. Please contact Fitesa HR with questions regarding eligibility.
Fitesa offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Fitesa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Fitesa will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
This position is reserved for US candidates only and does not offer international transfer or sponsorship at this time.
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