Lubrication Technician

Weyerhaeuser • Plymouth, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Weyerhaeuser sawmill located in Plymouth, NC has an opening for a skilled Lead Lubrication Technician. This role is responsible for equipment lubrication, contamination control, inspection and proactive maintenance activities for all lubricated mechanical systems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance or lubrication experience
• 2+ years in an advanced or senior lubrication role
• Experience working with CMMS systems and maintenance work management
• ICML Machine Lubrication Technician (MLT 1 certification)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Capability to read and interpret technical documents, such as: OEM Maintenance plans, blueprints, advanced lubrication technology instruction and recommendations, software system instructions
• Capability to perform basic mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) for the purpose of interpreting alarms, calculating lubricant inventory and calculating relubrication quality considerations
• Able to operate moderately complex software and web-based programs of lubrication scheduling and oil analysis functions
• Understanding of fundamental lubrication concepts and their applications (such as Viscosity, NLGI#'s V.I., AW, EP, R&O, ISO Cleanliness Codes, Beta Filter Rating, etc.)
• Solid fundamental understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and circulating systems operation, contamination control and maintenance functions
• Proven initiative and strong work habits
• An uploaded resume detailing education and job history is required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Coordination of inventory and routine ordering of lubrication products
• Use of tools and equipment for routine and non-routine lubrication functions
• Mechanical modification of systems as directed to facilitate sampling and filtration, and other proactive improvements
• Inspecting filters and breathers on reservoirs
• Operating filtration equipment
• Labeling and tagging reservoirs, equipment, inventory and delivery containers
• Printing and fulfilling planned lubrication activities
• Update scheduling systems, including adding notes to system and requesting work orders for maintenance repairs and activities
• Perform field level oil analysis, including Crackle, Viscosity, Demulsibility and Blotter Test
• Schedule, collect, label and mail samples for analysis
• Receive and evaluate oil analysis results for future planned maintenance
• Report in writing any discrepancies or conditions that require corrective, predictive or planned maintenance for production systems
• Lead and manage the site lubrication program, ensuring alignment with reliability best practices
• Develop, maintain and enforce lubrication standards, procedures and work instructions
• Train, mentor and develop lubrication technicians

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5%25 of your eligible pay.

What This Job Offers

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