Industrial and Building Maintenance Technician
About The Position
Are you looking to join a pioneering team working in the evolving world of heavy trucks? Do you experience with Manufacturing Plastics, Adhesives, Compounds and their Processes? If yes, we want to hear from you! The STS Group is a globally leading supplier of components and systems for the commercial vehicle and automotive industries headquartered in France. The Adler Pelzer Group, a global Tier 1 supplier recently acquired STS group to expand its target market. STS is pioneering operations of Class A surface components for the heavy trucks in the USA. We are seeking two experienced Industrial and Building Maintenance Technicians for the manufacturing processes of the brand new STS start up in Salem, Virginia - Roanoke, VA area. Relocation is available for qualified candidates. The Industrial and Building Maintenance Technician is a key role in getting the plant ready for operations. The Industrial and Building Maintenance Technician supports building maintenance activities, equipment build, as well as the production activities concerned with design, construction, modification, and maintenance of the production line equipment and machinery. This role inspects and repairs machinery and equipment based on operating parameters. Your main duties and responsibilities as an Industrial and Building Maintenance Technician: Analyzes mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment, plans for, and takes corrective action. Make necessary corrections and run adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality. Performs basic mechanical and structural building maintenance. Tests newly installed or refurbished equipment to ensure fulfillment to specification and safety. Immediately respond to maintenance issues when production has stopped due to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic problems. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment to reduce downtime. Forklift license is required, Overhead crane experience is a plus, but not required. Note: This section is not inclusive. Other duties are assigned as necessary to support team goals. Please refer to the required list of skills and experience below. Education can be substituted with equivalent experience. If you have manufacturing experience or a manufacturing background in any of these below, we want to speak with you! SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) Thermoset Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) Composites Technology Hand layup thermoset (boats, truck tops, hot tubs, tanks, etc) Cast thermosets (bowling balls) Fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFTD, GMT, etc.) Resin transfer molding (RTM) Reactive Injection Molding (RRIM) Paint and adhesives Epoxies Thermoplastic molding (large parts preferred – TPO, DCPD) Any compression molding of any materials Tires Manufacturing plant launch
Requirements
- Forklift license is required
- SMC (Sheet Molding Compound)
- Thermoset Bulk Molding Compound (BMC)
- Composites Technology
- Hand layup thermoset (boats, truck tops, hot tubs, tanks, etc)
- Cast thermosets (bowling balls)
- Fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFTD, GMT, etc.)
- Resin transfer molding (RTM)
- Reactive Injection Molding (RRIM)
- Paint and adhesives
- Epoxies
- Thermoplastic molding (large parts preferred – TPO, DCPD)
- Any compression molding of any materials
- Tires
- Manufacturing plant launch
Nice To Haves
- Overhead crane experience is a plus, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Analyzes mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment, plans for, and takes corrective action.
- Make necessary corrections and run adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
- Performs basic mechanical and structural building maintenance.
- Tests newly installed or refurbished equipment to ensure fulfillment to specification and safety.
- Immediately respond to maintenance issues when production has stopped due to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic problems.
- Performs preventive maintenance on equipment to reduce downtime.
Benefits
- Opportunity to be a part of a brand new launch pioneering STS North American class A surfaces and grow one’s career
- Competitive pay and benefits package, including relocation if needed
- Hourly Range is $25.00 to $35.00 per hour. Specific rate is commensurate with relevant experience and factors such as specific experience with equipment and processes, education, certifications, licenses, technical skills, and training.
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Generous and flexible paid time off
- 401(K) match, fully vested
- Company provided life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, employee assistance program
- Variety of automobile purchase discounts (BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others)
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
