Maintenance Technician

Minerals Technologies•Dyersburg, TN

16d

About The Position

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services. Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers. We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly. 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. Employees may also be assigned 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.
Must have ability to work the shift/number of hours in which duties need to be accomplished, including overtime, holidays, and weekends, as necessary. Requiring availability to address urgent repairs or emergencies.

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.
Use CMMS or OEAM to 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 through the CMMS or OEAM.
Continuous improvement through root cause elimination
Small capital projects
Train operators on operation and maintenance of equipment
As assigned to meet business demands.
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.