Maintenance Assoc 1 - Haz Waste/Oiler Greaser

ARROWHEAD PRODUCTS CORPORATION•Los Alamitos, CA

11d•$27 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists with the Facilities and Maintenance Operations of Arrowhead Products and combines the duties of a Hazardous Waste Operator and Oiler Greaser. The role handles hazardous waste and supports preventive maintenance by lubricating and supplying equipment with required fluids. Under the direction of EH&S and/or senior Maintenance Staff, the employee assists with assigned preventive maintenance work orders and supports plant management during emergencies, including spills, evacuations, and cleanup operations. The employee must obtain forklift certification within the first 60 days of hire or transfer and participate in DOT, HAZMAT, and HAZWOPER training. After completing that training, the employee picks up and removes hazardous waste and materials from the facility. The role also contributes to improving productivity, quality, and throughput, shares job knowledge, and maintains a clean, orderly, FOD-free work area while following safety standards. Other duties consistent with the Maintenance Associate 1 position may be assigned. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, although previous Facilities/Maintenance experience may be substituted. Previous maintenance or facilities experience is preferred. The work involves frequent physical activity, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, and climbing. It also involves exposure to hot and cold temperatures, all-weather conditions, and manufacturing shop noise.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; previous Facilities/Maintenance experience may be substituted for the education requirement.
Knowledge of basic and hand tools.
Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
Ability to handle a wide variety of tasks and projects.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Working knowledge of air compressors (100 h.p.), lubricants (oil and grease), and their intended use.
Ability to interpret blueprints, manuals, and work orders.
Ability to use standard maintenance measuring instruments and appropriate hand tools.
Ability to perform quality work safely and efficiently.
Valid California driver's license.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including constant lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, and climbing.
Ability to work with frequent exposure to hot and cold temperatures and all-weather conditions, and constant exposure to manufacturing shop noise.

Nice To Haves

Previous maintenance or facilities experience.

Responsibilities

Handle hazardous waste, including storage, proper container labeling, and inventory.
Adjust and lubricate equipment assigned to the Maintenance Department for preventive maintenance.
Fill and supply machines and equipment with required fluids, oil, coolant, water, grease, and other specified materials.
Assist with preventive maintenance according to assigned work orders under the direction of EH&S and/or senior Maintenance Staff.
Assist plant management during emergencies, including spills, evacuations, and cleanup operations.
Obtain forklift certification within the first 60 days of hire or transfer.
Operate power equipment such as floor scrubbers and electric carts.
Participate in DOT, HAZMAT, and HAZWOPER training and, after completing the training, pick up and remove hazardous waste and materials from the facility.
Assist in developing techniques to increase productivity, quality, and product throughput, and share job knowledge within the department.
Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, FOD-free condition and adhere to safety standards.
Perform other duties consistent with the Maintenance Associate 1 position as assigned.