Job Summary
The Plant Maintenance & Engineering Support Specialist provides technical expertise and hands-on support to Niagara manufacturing facilities to improve equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and long-term plant performance. This role partners closely with plant maintenance teams and Engineering Technicians to diagnose equipment issues, execute rebuilds and overhauls, and deliver technical training across production machinery systems. Extensive travel is required to support multiple facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Plant & Facility Support
- Provide technical support to Niagara production facilities and maintenance teams.
- Partner with internal Engineering Technicians to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance activities on production machinery as needed.
- Recommend long-term reliability improvements and operational enhancements, including Focus Line initiatives.
Equipment Diagnostics & Reliability
- Conduct diagnostic visits to evaluate machine centers and production lines.
- Identify equipment wear, performance issues, and potential failure points.
- Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
- Develop labor, parts, and maintenance recommendations for annual rebuilds and overhauls.
Rebuilds & Overhauls
- Participate in cross-functional rebuild teams, typically consisting of four members plus plant maintenance personnel.
- Prepare machine centers for rebuilds based on findings from diagnostic assessments.
- Support execution of repairs, upgrades, and restoration efforts to improve machine performance.
Training & Workforce Development
- Complete advanced machine-center specific master class training programs.
- Support evaluation of Engineering Technician skill levels using assessment tools.
- Deliver on-the-job training (OJT) to technicians on equipment maintenance and repair.
- Recommend additional technical training modules beyond standard OJT programs.
- Assist in the continued development and implementation of structured technician training programs.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Strong troubleshooting, mechanical repair, and root cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced production environments.