3rd Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician I

Oatey • Cleveland, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Oatey is seeking a 3rd Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician I to join their team. This role is responsible for assisting with the maintenance and repair of production equipment to continuously improve operations and complete Preventative Maintenance requests. The technician will be accountable for machine downtime and involved in maintaining the entire plant's physical property. Oatey has been providing reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries since 1916 and offers an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment.

Requirements

• One (1) year of production maintenance experience required.
• Forklift driving authorization required within three (3) months of acquiring position.
• Knowledge of safe use of various equipment (such as drills, saws, hand tools, electronics, and welder torch).
• Mechanical aptitude to perform equipment troubleshooting and repair/rebuild.
• Ability to read and understand product quality requirements, basic schematics, and diagrams.
• Upon work assignment, ability to plan, prioritize and manage daily activities (self-motivated and self–directed).
• Must be able to work on a team or, at times, independently in a multi-tasking environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and supportive to meet changing work demands.
• Understands, comprehends, and complies with the Lock Out Tag Out procedures for all equipment.
• Ability and willingness to successfully complete the 24-hour Haz Mat training.
• Strong communication and customer skills are needed to keep the customer well-informed of the status of their department’s equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in electrical or mechanical field of study or equivalent experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and completes basic repairs of hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems; assists in more complex equipment repairs.
• Works in a team environment and assumes a team role while being engaged in departmental problem-solving operations.
• Learns to process and complete all Preventative Maintenance requests for the respective departments in a timely manner and according to training provided.
• Answers calls for production support and assists in changeovers and setups.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, precision measuring instruments and other shop tools and equipment.
• Supports Lean Manufacturing goals, including all 6S processes and good communication to the production teams and management.
• Develops a customer/supplier relationship with the production teams.
• Follows all safety guidelines and promotes safety in the work areas; is always respirator-fit ready.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED