Industrial Maintenance Technician in Waco, Texas at Hobbs Bonded Fibers

WHO WE ARE
Hobbs Bonded Fibers (HBF) is widely respected as a leading developer and manufacturer of specialty nonwoven product solutions for the Automotive, Industrial and Consumer markets.

Located in the heart of Texas with six manufacturing lines and over 300,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space, HBF manufactures parts with acoustical and sound deadening properties for many top-selling vehicles, is one of the largest craft and quilt batting manufacturers in the United States (Hobbs Batting), is the proven leader for processing nonwoven synthetic and natural fibers, including wool, cotton, silk and poly fibers, and manufactures components that allow customers to enjoy comfortable bedding, outdoor furniture and draperies.
For over 60 years, HBF has been providing innovation solutions to customers through outstanding research and development, quality products, and the people who are the very fiber of our business.

THE ROLE
We are looking for a skilled Electro-mechanical Maintenance Technicians to install, repair, and maintain nonwoven textile machinery and equipment. The Maintenance Technician performs regular inspections of machinery, carries out repairs and routine preventative maintenance, and fulfills other duties such as facilities and building maintenance, as assigned. The HBF maintenance team ensures that machinery and equipment are in excellent operating condition, minimizing downtime and disruption to production schedules and eliminating safety hazards for operators.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Works on electromechanical equipment and systems, including but not limited to bearings, chains, motors, sprockets, fabrication, conveyors, oven components, looms, heat elements, and blending and grinding lines.
• Responds to machine failures and emergency breakdowns and repairs issues safely, quickly and efficiently; prepares reports documenting work performed.
• Identifies causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines and collaborates with team to help prevent repeat issues, implementing improvements and plans of action
• Monitors and works on the plant mechanical systems/sub-systems; uses schematics/blueprints in troubleshooting electromechanical failures
• Executes preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines, thoroughly cleaning machines and machine parts, removing parts, oiling and lubricating moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance and reinstalling, as necessary; records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including but not limited to ad hoc facilities maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS | SKILLS | ABILITIES
• High school diploma/GED required; Trade or vocational school certification; equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of education
• 3+ years of experience as an industrial maintenance mechanic or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanically inclined with great troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Organized with good communication skills and attention to detail
• Works well independently and with others
• Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with rapidly changing demands and priorities
• Knowledge and ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime, as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Prolonged periods standing and walking
• Able to bend, stretch, twist, push, pull, grasp, grip and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
• Must be able to visually inspect machines
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Willing and able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment