Plant Chemical Technician (3rd Shift)

Pridgeon & Clay Inc • Grand Rapids, MI

3d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Chemical Technician will maintain all aspects of plant chemicals, associated waste by-products and distribution and storage of these materials in accordance with the company quality policies. This role involves performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various equipment related to parts washers, stamping lubricant dilution systems, machining coolant systems, and waste management systems. The technician will also be responsible for record-keeping, adhering to quality standards, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues, maintaining fluid levels, conducting tests, and managing inventory related to plant chemicals and maintenance supplies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Basic electrical, mechanical, and plumbing skills
• Ability to read and understand manufacturer's instructions for coolant requirements
• Previous experience driving a hilo, or the ability to pass both written and practical tests to obtain a P&C hilo license
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel and Word computer programs or computer literacy
• Ability to pass written and practical tests to obtain P&C hi-lo/forklift and crane license
• Proven mechanical inclination and general math and manufacturing knowledge through standardized tests
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• An excellent work record, including attendance

Nice To Haves

• Crane license

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance work on parts washers and central parts washer fluid recycling system(s).
• Perform preventative maintenance on stamping lubricant dilution systems and injector systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machining coolant tanks, skimmers and supply equipment for production sanders, grinders, tappers, speed fams, drills, tappers, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machining coolant tanks, skimmers and supply equipment attached to tool room CNC mills, lathes, grinders, drill, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance on wash bay and plant chemical waste tanks and/or remediation systems (sump suckers).
• Perform assigned corrective maintenance repairs (mechanical/fabrication work allowed, electrical work NOT allowed) to various equipment.
• Identify, create and execute corrective maintenance work required for various equipment.
• Communicate proactively with production and maintenance personnel regarding equipment that requires plant chemical-associated maintenance and/or repairs.
• Perform weekly hydraulic fluid checks and refill as needed for any assigned machine hydraulic lube routes.
• Create new corrective maintenance and/or close existing corrective and preventative maintenance work orders in EAM.
• Document hours and work order activity daily in record-keeping system-Electronic Asset Management (EAM).
• Identify and attempt to eliminate areas of waste for better efficiency and overall plant chemical needs and usage.
• Participate in, and support lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events and problem solving events.
• Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency.
• Participate in 8D and 5-Why problem solving teams.
• Perform daily swarf management checks, drain and monitor key ISO 14001 aspects concerning swarf containment.
• Perform daily waste lube barrel checks, pumping and recording key ISO 14001 aspects.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions for plant chemical dosing/dilution equipment and associated testing requirements.
• Conduct titration tests and record observations as required for all plant chemical applications.
• Monitor and maintain automated plant chemical dosing equipment for satisfactory mechanical operation.
• Monitor and maintain proper fluid/titration levels in central wash recycle system equipment utilizing plant chemical dosing equipment.
• Conduct refractometer concentration testing and record observations as required for all equipment sumps and/or dilution systems.
• Maintain the required fluid levels within all main area and remote chemical storage tanks/reservoirs.
• Maintain and support the organization of TS16949/14001 records.
• Issue plant chemical-related MRO inventory items to the appropriate department, machine and/or work order.
• Identify deficiencies in plant chemical-related MRO inventory item counts and request adjustments.
• Identify additional MRO or plant chemical-related MRO items required to be inventoried.
• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, TS 16949 and safety regulations.
• Follow all safety procedures, including MIOSHA regulatory requirements.
• Operate department Hilo(s) and cranes.
• Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action.
• Organize and maintain personal work area and maintenance area per 5S standards.
• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Facilities Team Leader.
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers in production and maintenance and management personnel.
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner, while treating all co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Pick up and deliver product to suppliers and customers, as needed.
• Assist in maintaining P&C values daily, through thoughts and actions.

Benefits

• Premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $10.00 per week for employee coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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