Maintenance Technician

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America • Akron, OH

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery and facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 years’ minimum industrial maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• Working experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and mechanical repair.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Ability to work without supervision on projects and daily work.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to manage your time in an efficient and effective manner.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills. This includes being proactive in your approach to all issues in order to identify or eliminate potential problem areas.
• Ability to take direction and carry out instructions from the supervisor in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Ability to lead by example and display a strong work ethic for others to follow.
• Ability to work independently and in groups and be self-motivated in both settings.

Nice To Haves

• Formal training is a plus.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and HVAC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair a broad range of production equipment. This includes extruders, mills, mixers, electric and lighting, etc.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting up to 480V.
• Troubleshoot and repair gearboxes, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical (choice of 3 different plan options)
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 10-paid holidays
• vacation and personal time off
• competitive pay
• Job stability and security
• a safe and clean work environment
• a great reputation in the industry as a leading silicone manufacturer
• an exceptional culture

What This Job Offers

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