Shift: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday - Friday (OT on Saturdays occasionally)
Location: Colfax, NC
Primary Purpose: Provide support of production operations and lead complex maintenance activities with the assistance of other team members. Provide mentorship to more junior technicians to advance their abilities and improve the overall maintenance department skill set.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Educational requirements due to accountability of production require completion of 10th grade. 2 Years of technical training or 5+ years related experience required.
Employee should possess the following skill sets and be able to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Ability to use basic and advanced hand tools (gear pullers, honing/lapping tools, precision levels and alignment tools, etc.)
- Ability to use basic and advanced power tools (hydraulic power jacks, belt lacing machines, mag drills, etc.)
- Ability to accurately use basic and moderately advanced measuring devices.
- Drive a forklift.
- Use lifting equipment (hoists, boom cranes, cherry pickers, scissor lifts, etc.)
- Use standard shop equipment (bandsaw, hydraulic press, lathe, mill, brake/shear, etc.)
- Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
- Able to work at elevations over 50ft.
- Able to work in confined or tight spaces.
- Able to read and understand mechanical and wiring interconnect drawings, and service manuals.
- Should have basic troubleshooting abilities of motion controls and electrical & electronic circuits, and sensors.
- Basic PLC coding and programming knowledge is a plus.
- Thorough understanding of general facility and equipment maintenance. (plumbing, electrical, construction, rigging, anchoring, cabinetry, etc.)
- Must be able to provide a collection of standard hand tools for daily use and a storage container to secure them.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks, to include but not limited to-machine lubrication, adjustments and alignments, part repairs, general safety and operational checks, etc.
- Able to troubleshoot and repair complex manufacturing equipment with minimal instruction or supervision.
- Proficient in machining, welding, fabrication, or a specialized related trade, etc.
- Ability to service and overhaul basic and some advanced components (air/hydraulic cylinders/motors, valve assemblies, pumps, motion elements, supporting sub-systems, etc.)
- Experience in HVAC, compressed air, dust collection, and electrical distribution are pluses.
- Should be able to work with minimal to no supervision.
- Work safely in compliance with company and OSHA safety guidelines.
- Keep a clean organized work area.
- Perform tasks in a timely manner.
- Able to think quickly to prioritize outages and tasks while multitasking.
- Able to quickly analyze and resolve issues with minimal assistance.
- Complete paperwork neatly and accurately as required.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Lead complex maintenance activities and projects and train or mentor other team members as necessary.
- Maintenance technician should be comfortable working on live electrical panels or actively running equipment with safety as the top priority.
- Able to work various shifts and overtime as required with little notice to meet production demands.
- Should have an advanced knowledge of one or more skilled maintenance disciplines such as: complex mechanical devices/systems, electrical controls, electronics, PLC programming and troubleshooting, sensors/sensing, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be highly motivated and understand the importance of meeting the demands of production quickly, safely and with a high degree of quality to minimize the impact of maintenance operations on manufacturing throughput. Must be able to learn basic computer skills, and must possess good mechanical skills and understanding. Must be able to stand for 10 or more hours and be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Must be comfortable with working at heights over 30ft indoors or outdoors under conditions of high heat or extreme cold and wind. Must be team oriented and possess good communication skills. Will be responsible for carrying out instructions and reporting directly to the Maintenance Department Lead, Supervisor, or Manager as well as various Plant/Production Supervisors or the Plant Manager.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday + overtime as needed.
Work Location: One location