Protolabs
3D Printing
MaintenanceTechnician
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“Maintenance Technician at Protolabs. Skills: Preventive maintenance, Equipment repair, Troubleshooting. Perform preventative maintenance on equipment. Perform repair on equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure safe operation of equipment; Ensure efficient operation of equipment; Implement reliability improvements
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting skills; Root cause analysis
Lift up to 70 pounds, Work near moving mechanical parts, Work in high, precarious places, Exposed to wet conditions, Exposed to humid conditions, Exposed to fumes, Exposed to airborne particles, Exposed to toxic chemicals, Exposed to caustic chemicals, Risk of electrical shock, Exposed to vibration, Eye protection required, Safety shoes required, U. S. Citizen, Lawful permanent resident, Refugee status, Asylee status
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School diploma or equivalent, 1+ years of experience in a mechanical, electrical, or relatable equipment maintenance role, Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, Basic electrical knowledge up to 480V, Experience with motors, starters, relays, and VFDs, Ability to read mechanical drawings, Ability to read electrical schematics, Ability to read basic PLC ladder logic, Proficient with common hand tools, Proficient with power tools, Proficient with diagnostic equipment, Troubleshooting skills, Ability to prioritize work under production pressure, Good written communication skills, Good verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
Prior experience in an additive manufacturing environment, 2- or 4-year degree with a technical or engineering focus, 2+ years of experience in a mechanical, electrical, or relatable equipment maintenance role
What You'll Do.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
Perform repair on equipment
Schedule machine downtime
Communicate machine downtime
Perform technical calibrations
Utilize LOTO procedures
Follow OSHA requirements
Troubleshoot equipment issues
Assist other technicians
Identify improvements in equipment reliability
Identify improvements in equipment functionality
Partner with Engineering to execute changes
Design and build parts
Seek ways to improve work processes
Seek ways to improve individual performance
Ensure tools are returned
Ensure supplies are returned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Engineering; Coordinate with supervisors; Coordinate with scheduling teams
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Full Job Description
## Description Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. Why Protolabs? We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. Join our team as a Maintenance Technician! The Maintenance Technician ensures the safe, efficient operation of production and support equipment by performing preventive maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and troubleshooting according to schedules, work instructions, and direction from the Supervisor or Production Manager. This role coordinates and communicates required downtime with supervisors and scheduling teams, follows LOTO/OSHA and Protolabs safety and quality procedures, and maintains accurate maintenance documentation. The Technician also partners with Engineering to identify and implement reliability improvements, design or fabricate parts to enhance performance, and execute experiments to determine root causes of build failures. Shift: Monday - Friday, 7am - 4pm ## What you will d
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