Mechanic Third Class

Owens Corning•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the 3rd class mechanic is to perform as a professional, highly skilled, and exceptionally competent maintenance person. Participates in teams to develop and implement solutions.

Requirements

Demonstrated desire to impact safety
Must be able to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot
High attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to multi-task
Basic mathematics skills
Able to effectively communicate (read, write, speak, understand) English
Basic Electrical
Basic PLC
Basic Hydraulic
Basic Pneumatics
Basic Blueprint & Schematic reading
Proficient in SAP PM Module
Work with a computer to perform basic data entry
Demonstrate basic computer skills such as Microsoft Outlook, IVC and SAP.
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
Able to demonstrate trouble-shooting techniques and have a basic understanding of blueprints.
Basic ability and knowledge of welding practices and hydraulic circuitry.
Advanced understanding of electrical circuitry.
Basic PLC knowledge.
Must have the ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Flair for working with large industrial machines.
Must be able to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision with drive toward accomplishment, and to produce high quality work.
Must remain drug free
Exposure to dust/dirt/fumes/fiberglass
Ability to work in wet environments: including head and feet
Industrial manufacturing environment with extreme temperature variation
Exposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable (hearing protection is provided)
Ability to wear applicable PPE for up to 12 hours
Ability to distinguish colors and shading
Ability to become certified to operate a forklift
Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking for 8 – 12 hour shifts
Bending and twisting; repetitive movements
Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for up to 12 hours
Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely
Be able to climb up to three floors or stairs, use full upper body movement for process; stand up to 12 hours with breaks
Ability to work from heights
Lift, push and pull 40lbs. repetitively
Handle, control, feed, or feel objects, tools or product
Must be able to work flexible rotating shift schedules – mandatory overtime as required

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing or process related experience preferred.
Preferably five (5) years in a related maintenance trade or occupation that involved electrical, hydraulic machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Live the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meet all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.
Take personal ownership to work safely and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety.
Notify supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on-the-job injury when it occurs no matter how insignificant it may seem.
Participate in the safety, quality, autonomous maintenance, TPM and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, Training, etc.
Perform job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adhere to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
Comply with all plant rules and safety regulations.
Perform cleanup duties at workstations and/or equipment/machinery.
Communicate safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel, maintaining strong communication with the appropriate line section operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.
Inspect vehicles before use and throughout shift, keeping all equipment clean and operational.
Participate in plant TPM initiatives - completing activities associated with TPM tasks (adheres to CILT standard, 5S).
Continue to use TPM methodology to gain a better understanding of the equipment.
Identify and participate proactively in learning opportunities and develop expertise in those areas.
Utilize Focus Improvement tools to problem solve.
Work to achieve zero injuries, zero defects and zero losses.
During PM days, use time effectively to bring equipment to optimal condition for zero losses.
Maintain DM and Step Boards.
Understand and utilize Energy Control Procedures (ECPs) and Lock Tag Try (LTT) system.
Respect the potential hazards within the manufacturing operation.
Be fluent in the language of the plant.
Demonstrate computer literacy – email, simple spreadsheet, word doc.
Utilize safe rigging procedures.
Operate forklift (certification will be provided).
Understand PLC basics -- Ability to identify key components of a PLC and describe their function.
Understand troubleshooting basics, how to analyze a problem and step to the root cause. Help reduce cycle time to problem resolution and eliminate the “replace and see what happens method”.
Understand Process 101 - Basic concepts of what it takes to consistently manufacture shingles. Critical product characteristics, key process variables, customer needs etc.
Understand Business 101 - World Class Manufacturing (WCM) concepts, what they are, individual and business benefits. Key business metrics and focus.
Install, modify or maintain plant equipment and assist in determining appropriate methods to accomplish these tasks.
Work safely and follow all documented and “common sense” safety policies and procedures.
Read, understand, and analyze blueprints and other technical data references.
Use hand and power tools expertly.
Inspect plant equipment to identify potential problems prior to breakdown occurrences.
Comply with good housekeeping practices on the job and ensure work areas are clean and picked up after each job completion.
Follow all environmental compliance policies & programs.
Work as instructed with outside contractors.
Properly precision align belt, gear or direct coupled shafts using proper tools to specified tolerances.
Understand lubrication principles and bearing tolerances and basic bearing “physics”-I.E. how does it work in terms of need for extreme care, keeping clean, etc.
Identify and describe the function of hydraulic components.
Identify and describe the function of compressed air and steam (where applicable) systems.
Understand pump basics and operating characteristics including effects of suction pressures, head pressures, sealing/packing techniques.
Track conveyor belts properly and understand the physics of belt operation and tracking including bucket elevators; belt splicing.
Read air and power fluid schematics.
Perform basic welding for all; structural and piping welding for at least one craft per plant.
Perform pipefitting – alignment, flange, threading.
Understand basic electrical components “how they work”: solenoids, motors, heaters, contacts, and photoeyes.
Perform ultrasonic rotating equipment troubleshooting.
Understand basic industrial electrical code.
Read schematics and P&ID drawings.
Understand fusing, thermal overload protection, wire sizing, motor theory, etc.
Understand AC, DC and Servo drive systems (basics).
Safely conduct motor control and power circuit troubleshooting. Understand fuse sizing, take motor amp readings, understand basic DC motor control, etc.
Fully understand the various control loops in the plant including IM/APC systems and weight control equipment.
Understand, troubleshoot, and properly tune burner systems.
Effectively communicate.
Support the training and development of colleagues.
Demonstrate flexibility to changing priorities as business needs dictate.
Identify and participate proactively in learning opportunities, and develop expertise in those areas.
Follow standard operating procedures and processes.
Make decisions and know the chain of command to get support.
Attend regularly on site and be able to rotate varying shifts.
Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.