Maintenance Technician - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Minerals Technologies•Dyersburg, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company. Sivo, a Minerals Technologies company, is a global leader in private label and branded cat litter products. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep and ensuring all equipment is running efficiently and safely. Employees may be assigned to perform any task for which they have been qualified, or to positions for which they are working to become qualified as a portion of the training process.

Requirements

HS Diploma or Equivalent required.
Proficient in using CMMS software for maintenance scheduling, record-keeping, and inventory management.
PLC knowledge/experience is required. Candidates must possess the ability to troubleshoot automated equipment through analysis of I/O inputs/outputs and ladder logic analysis.

Nice To Haves

Certifications related to Mechanical fabrication, welding, electrical or PLC are preferred.
PLC programming ability is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure equipment runs at expected speed with minimal down time.
Maintain electrical and mechanical reliability of bulk handling packaging lines.
Diagnose issues and perform repairs on mechanical, electrical & plumbing systems.
Keep detailed records of maintenance activities, including repairs, replacements, and inspections.
Schedule maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
Maintain accurate inventory levels of maintenance supplies and spare parts, ensuring timely reordering and restocking.
Continuous improvement through root cause elimination.
Small capital projects.
Train operators on operation and maintenance of equipment.
Assist production operators to understand their needs and provide technical support.
Train operators on the proper use and basic maintenance of equipment to prevent misuse and minor issues.
Clean and organize maintenance shop as necessary on daily basis.
Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance the reliability and efficiency of production equipment.
Perform regular preventive maintenance tasks and ensure all machinery and equipment are in optimal working condition.
Assist production operators to with autonomous maintenance procedures and checklist.
Implement and sustain 5S principles in the maintenance area.