Maintenance Tech- Union City

Titan Specialty - Formerly The Carlstar Group•Jackson, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintenance positions are hourly positions with cross-functional responsibility to lead and support hourly crew members by repairing & maintaining production equipment, motors, electrical control system, pumps, air compressor, mechanical and hydraulic presses, and other machines used in the manufacturing facility. This multi-craft maintenance position can be assigned to any mechanical or electrical projects to support the successful and continuous operations. The Maintenance Apprenticeship is an entry-level position with the pay rate tying to length of time in position. After at least one year of successful performance and employment, apprentices can apply for a Maintenance I position. The Maintenance II positions are awarded based on skill-level and successful performance and employment as a Maintenance I employee. Maintenance III and IV are specialized skill positions that are awarded based on job knowledge, experience, and qualifications. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintenance I Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly Inspect, operate, and/or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blue prints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary Assemble, install or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment Inspect, repair and/or replace equipment parts, including but not limited to: drives, motors, belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions Safely operate switching procedures on high voltage circuits, high frequency motor generator unions, maintain circuit breakers, repair and maintain batteries and chargers Perform inspections of equipment Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearing, gears, or other parts of machinery Reports to management any irregularities in quality and on equipment needing repair, malfunctioning safety devices maintenance, or adjustments DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Boiler Operator Operate, start up, and shut down boiler based on Standard Work Procedures and following all legal requirements of boiler operation Assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting machines and presses Adjust machines and presses for optimal performance and efficiency Document problems, resolves issues when possible, and follows up with the appropriate resource groups to ensure problems are corrected Participate in ongoing Continuous Improvement projects and Kaizen teams Ensure all daily paperwork is accurate, complete and ready to process Work with maintenance on machine upgrades and repairs Replace lamps throughout the plant Help with lubrication on bearings, chains, and gearboxes Repair minor plumbing problem Work with maintenance on facility upkeep

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Applicants seeking GED: Enroll in our GED Ready program to help you get a GED while working
Manufacturing experience preferred but not required, candidate will be trained for this position in-house
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting production and quality goals
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed or required
Work at an effective and productive pace while operating heavy equipment
Be a safety advocate for self and other team members
Apply common sense to carrying out instructions and procedures
Use problem-solving skills to deal with issues in process as they arise
Work safely around continuous moving mechanical parts
Work in a hot environment while meeting production rates
Be exposed to a noisy environment and comfortable with PPE requirements
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for 8-12 hour shifts
Be comfortable standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, leaning, and working around rotating equipment
Be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push/pull 50-150 lbs. on a wheeled cart; static push/pull: 20 lbs.
Ability to stoop, stand, squat, and move at a continuous pace for 8+ hours/day
Pinch minimum 6 lbs.
Grasp minimum 35 lbs.
Full range of motion required: cervical, shoulders, elbow, wrist, fingers, hands, truck twist, and feet

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly
Inspect, operate, and/or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blue prints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary
Assemble, install or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment
Inspect, repair and/or replace equipment parts, including but not limited to: drives, motors, belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions
Safely operate switching procedures on high voltage circuits, high frequency motor generator unions, maintain circuit breakers, repair and maintain batteries and chargers
Perform inspections of equipment
Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearing, gears, or other parts of machinery
Reports to management any irregularities in quality and on equipment needing repair, malfunctioning safety devices maintenance, or adjustments
Operate, start up, and shut down boiler based on Standard Work Procedures and following all legal requirements of boiler operation
Assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting machines and presses
Adjust machines and presses for optimal performance and efficiency
Document problems, resolves issues when possible, and follows up with the appropriate resource groups to ensure problems are corrected
Participate in ongoing Continuous Improvement projects and Kaizen teams
Ensure all daily paperwork is accurate, complete and ready to process
Work with maintenance on machine upgrades and repairs
Replace lamps throughout the plant
Help with lubrication on bearings, chains, and gearboxes
Repair minor plumbing problem
Work with maintenance on facility upkeep