Maintenance Technician

Ingevity•Waynesboro, GA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Ingevity is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their Manufacturing Operations team. This role is responsible for completing scheduled maintenance activities, responding to equipment downtime, and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues. The technician will utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for inventory and work order management, fabricate parts, and maintain a safe work area. The position also involves participating in training, assisting with root cause failure analysis, supporting continuous improvement, and operating powered mobile equipment. Adherence to all company policies, safety, and environmental regulations is crucial. The role requires working rotating 12-hour shifts, with potential for off-shift call-ins, and consistent attendance. Employees are encouraged to communicate career goals and take ownership of their development.

Requirements

Be a team player
Safety First mindset
Strong problem-solving aptitude
Two or more years of work experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician or related experience in an industrial environment required
Experience with interpretation of technical drawings and information; computerized maintenance management systems required.
Basic mechanical knowledge, skills and abilities required
Basic industrial electrical knowledge, skills and abilities required
Familiar with e-mail, basic Windows based software, and computerized maintenance management system
High School Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

Advanced mechanical skills and abilities preferred
Advanced electrical and control system knowledge preferred
associate or bachelor's degree in a related industrial maintenance field preferred

Responsibilities

Complete all maintenance activities assigned as scheduled.
Respond to maintenance requests for limping / down equipment.
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues to resolve equipment failures.
Use the computer maintenance management system (CMMS) to checkout spares from the storeroom, record job details, enter time, and close out work orders.
Fabricate industrial parts as necessary using various tools and machinery.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area / shop space.
Attend and participate in required training.
Train others in areas of proficiency or expertise.
Assist root cause failure analysis (RCFA) investigations to solve problems and make improvements in our processes and procedures.
Support the plant’s continuous improvement program.
Operate powered mobile equipment as required.
Understand and follow all organizational policies, procedures, and rules, ensuring that all laws are obeyed, and equal employment, safety and environmental protection are practiced.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.