Equipment Technician I

Overview
Install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment, instrumentation, and support systems of moderate complexity used in the manufacturing of medical devices. Perform other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform installations and repairs of electro-mechanical and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance activities as scheduled.
• Perform Calibration activities as scheduled.
• Perform and document, equipment spare part research and control.
• Play an active part in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Document equipment installation, repairs and preventative maintenance in compliance with company quality requirements.
• Work with outside suppliers and cross-departmental teams.
• Ability to accommodate changing shift requirements.
• Accountable for responding to after hours emergency calls.
• Ability to read, write, and understand documentation, equipment manuals, and drawings.
• Able to understand installation/equipment process set-up sheets, wiring diagrams.
• Troubleshooting, programming and maintaining automated systems using PLCs.
• Provide input to supervisor/manager to improve department operation and efficiency.
• Play an active part in participating in team discussions suggesting improvements.
• Identify and report possible preventative and corrective actions.
• Works independently and as a team member, referring questions and problems to the department management.
• Responsible for compliance to the company's Quality Policy Manual and Procedures.
• Responsible for compliance to the company's safety policies.
• Must maintain a positive and professional representation of the company in the field.
• Must maintain confidential access to the company's new and/or existing products and processes.
• Adhere and support Cook Values.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical discipline or Associate degree in related field.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience is preferred.
• Must pass a post-offer physical exam and drug test.
• Self-starter with good interpersonal skills.
• Good written and verbal communications/ability to get along with others.
• Good judgment, organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Problem solving skills related to electro-mechanical production equipment, fixtures and automated machinery.
• Basic computer entry/retrieval skills.
• Good written and verbal communications/ability to get along with others.

Physical Requirements

• Good visual acuity.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Majority of work is performed in controlled environments that require special attire.
• Limited exposure to hazardous chemicals and material.