Maintenance Specialist
Canpack · Olyphant, PA
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist reliability role at Canpack (packaging) in Olyphant, PA. Plan, develop, and execute autonomous and preventive maintenance activities to ensure long-term (operational continuous) machine reliability, minimize downtime, and support optimal production performance.2.
- They ask for
- 7+ years
- Tools it names
- 5S, TPM, Root cause, CAPA, FDA / GMP
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How this role compares
Against 9 other live reliability postings in Pennsylvania.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (7+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 80%
- ✓ Team leadership 40%
- ✓ 5S 30%
- ✓ New product launch 30%
- ✓ TPM 20%
- ✓ CAPA 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Canpack
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This plant: Canpack in Olyphant
9 other open roles at this site.
- Facility Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
- Process Technician · Process · Technician
- Production Supervisor CANS · Production · Supervisor
- Maintenance Engineer · Reliability
- Automation Engineer · Controls
- Quality Engineer · Quality
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Qualifications
and Education Technical secondary school, or equivalent practical experience.Required
Qualifications
- ✓Work Experience Minimum of 7 years’ experience in can-making industry, including at least 3 years’ machine setting experience.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Language Ability to communicate in business language – country specific.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Knowledge Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety.
Solid understanding of production processes, equipment, and technical operations.
Working knowledge of maintenance-related standards and procedures, includingTotal Productive Maintenance (TPM), Autonomous Maintenance (AM).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.Communication and Working Relationships Communicate regularly with production, maintenance, technology, and quality departments to ensure efficient machine performance, coordinate maintenance activities, and support process improvements. May participate in communication with Group Technical Service, or external consultants during equipment-related inspections or improvement projects.May communicate with external service providers, auditors, or inspectors during visits, audits, or compliance checks. The employee may be required to engage in additional forms of communication as directed by the Company in alignment with operational
requirements
and based on business needs.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Training Health & Safety (Occupational Safety Training).
Company Policies and Code of Conduct.
Production Process & Equipment Overview.
Product Quality & Non-Conformance Management.
The employee may be required to complete additional training as directed by the Company, in response to operational, quality and/or safety needs, or to meet other business requirements.
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Job purpose
Ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machines through comprehensive management of their utilization, maintenance, and modernization.Tasks and duties1. Plan, develop, and execute autonomous and preventive maintenance activities to ensure long-term (operational continuous) machine reliability, minimize downtime, and support optimal production performance.2. Independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve machine malfunctions, including complex technical issues, without supervision. 3. Analyze operational data related to machine performance to identify irregularities and optimize maintenance and operational processes.4. Share expert knowledge and provide on-the-job training to Machine Setters, supporting their skill development on troubleshooting. 5. Advise on adjustment of machine parameters and machine optimizations to improve efficiency, reduce lost time, and enhance product quality. 6. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for machine failures, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence and support continuous improvement.7. Actively participate in machine servicing and overhaul activities, including direct fault removal, diagnosing causes of failures, and implementing corrective and preventive actions to ensure equipment continuity and minimize production downtime.8. Conduct trials and tests related to machine settings, new tools, and components to optimize operating parameters, ensure compliance with technological requirements, and support the launch and implementation of new production solutions.9. Provide expert advice on the selection of spare parts and tools (SPT), participate in their implementation process, and ensure their availability and compliance with technological and operational requirements.10. Participate in machine expansion and modernization projects.11. Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Maintain the area in accordance with 5S standards and Continuous Improvement methodologies. 12. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, in line with the scope of the position and employment agreement Key skillsAbility to follow safety protocols.
Excellent in performing autonomous maintenance.
Proficient in quick response to equipment issues and process abnormalities through changing machine settings and making precise tool adjustments.
Able to perform tool changes according to process requirements.
Able to work independently and make critical technical decisions under pressure.
Capable of executing high-level maintenance tasks to ensure sustained machine performance.
Able to perform root cause analysis (RCA) for machine failures, including documenting findings and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).Required