Master Machine Technician

After more than 60 years of industry leadership, Viaflex is dedicated to utilizing years of expertise and has committed to the continuation of innovative thinking for years to come. Our team is currently over 400 team members strong and covers six locations. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us on our mission to create solutions that are thinner, lighter, and stronger – together. 

The Viaflex team finds its passion in creating film and sheeting solutions that outperform and outlast. With a focus on preserving customer assets and protecting Earth’s resources, Viaflex creates liners, covers, and barriers that make a positive impact in the markets we serve. From design and manufacturing to on-site installation, our highly skilled team never stops striving to improve.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs troubleshooting and repair on machines.
• Designs or modifies equipment, jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Performs preventative maintenance on machines and maintains records.
• Assist with installation of new machines and equipment.
• Maintains appropriate documentation on machines and equipment.
• Order parts through internal procedures, or external sources.
• May operate machines as needed.
• Depending on division, may be responsible for chemical recycling for production operations.
• May perform minor welding.
• Demonstrates the Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions.
• Participate in production improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area. Follow established safety and ergonomic standards.
• Displays outstanding contribution and impact to the team and projects.
• Has critical project technical leadership responsibility; may plan or delegate work assignments to technicians.
• May oversee cost of maintaining and purchasing parts and equipment.
• Make recommendations on equipment purchases and repairs.
• Assist with the design of equipment for optimal production, safety, and quality.
• Work with other technicians to assure their skills are kept current. Diagnose and repair electronic controls.
• Perform troubleshooting to look for areas of opportunity, as well as production issues.
• Displays high level of contributions and impact to the team and projects.
• Work is stated in terms of objectives requiring planning and judgment.
• Innovative in nature and contributes to ideas. Leads projects from start to finish with limited guidance.

For positions involving new machines and equipment:

• Coordinate and oversee tasks of contractors.
• Fabricate and assemble machine components.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of an associate degree in field related to specific position is required. 8 years’ experience in a related position, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems. Initiative to bring resolution to a problem without being promoted. Demonstrated leadership abilities. Capable of defining appropriate approaches and solutions. Able to define critical project criteria to ensure project completion. Advanced planning and organizing abilities. Ability to lead teams and delegate tasks. Displays and pursues the desire to learn more about the profession.

For positions involving new machines or equipment: Basic understanding of construction and rigging techniques. Experience with welding, metal saws, drill presses, mills, and lathes. Ability to operate a forklift.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it.  Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k.   We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits.  Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.