Mechanic Third Class

Owens Corning•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

The Class 3 Maintenance Technician makes decisions to safely execute facility maintenance so plant equipment and services operate effectively and unscheduled interruptions are minimized. The role diagnoses, maintains, repairs, installs, upgrades, and tests mechanical and electrical equipment and systems in the manufacturing area. It supports preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, maintenance records, and technical solutions, and trains and coaches others on electrical maintenance procedures and best practices. The position reports to the plant Maintenance Leader. The role contributes to the Preventive Maintenance and TPM programs, including working with AM activity team members, maintaining 5S improvements and housekeeping, and supporting plant safety and goals related to losses, defects, and injuries. The position requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts and to work day or night shifts as directed by the Maintenance Leader. The listed schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $37.28 per hour, with potential for a quarterly bonus.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • At least 1 year of experience on a Maintenance team with relevant experience.
  • Completion of an Advanced Manufacturing program from an accredited school.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work independently or in a team with minimal direct supervision.
  • Demonstrated quality and craftsmanship, and ability to hold others accountable to this standard.
  • Demonstrated desire to positively impact safety at the Minneapolis facility.
  • Mechanical, electrical, and controls aptitude, with strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts and work day or night shifts as directed by the Maintenance Leader.

Nice To Haves

  • Vocational or higher education.
  • Experience preferably as a 3rd Class Mechanic or Multi-Trade Technician.
  • Manufacturing or process-related experience.
  • A solid foundation in Reliable Work Practices and familiarity with the SAP interface.
  • AutoCAD experience.
  • SolidWorks experience.

Responsibilities

  • Comply with all Lock-Tag-Try (LTT) procedures.
  • Identify, fix, and report unsafe work conditions; notify the Minneapolis Leadership Team about accidents, near misses, and on-the-job injuries.
  • Oversee shift activities, downtime, and shop work involving mechanical work requests, downtime lists, and assigned projects.
  • Instruct craftsmen in appropriate mechanical installation and repair techniques.
  • Plan mechanical preventive maintenance strategies to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Complete the training plan based on qualifying test scores.
  • Examine production machines and equipment to diagnose electrical and mechanical problems and ensure they meet company specifications.
  • Support the Preventive Maintenance program with the goal of reducing unscheduled downtime.
  • Maintain and repair equipment according to maintenance work order procedures.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate and complete maintenance records and paperwork in the CMMS system.
  • Perform preventive maintenance inspections, tasks, and repairs on production equipment and facility structures.
  • Use schematics, diagrams, written or verbal descriptions, and plans to test and troubleshoot electronic or mechanical components, equipment, and systems.
  • Devise, fabricate, install, test, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment and systems involving movement of physical components in the manufacturing area.
  • Assist engineers in developing technical solutions related to device and system operation and performance.
  • Install, repair, and upgrade components of mechanical and electrical devices and systems in the manufacturing area.
  • Perform other tasks as directed by the Maintenance Leader.
  • Contribute actively to the PM Pillar and partner with AM activity team members to achieve TPM goals across the plant.
  • Maintain implemented 5S improvements and meet housekeeping expectations.
  • Perform TPM duties necessary to support plant safety and the goals of zero losses, zero defects, and zero injuries.
  • Train and coach others on electrical maintenance procedures and best practices.

Benefits

  • Potential for a quarterly bonus
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