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Minerals Technologies Inc. · 4 months ago

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

US-CT-Canaan

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$33.97/hr - $39.91/hr

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a leading specialty minerals company that develops and markets a variety of mineral-based products. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining plant equipment, conducting preventive maintenance, and performing repairs to ensure continuous operation of production facilities.

ConstructionManufacturingMineral

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Reads and interprets equipment manuals, work orders, blueprints, building drawings, and mechanical schematics to perform required maintenance and service

Inspects, diagnoses, and troubleshoots plant equipment/system problems

Performs advanced mechanical skills including, but not limited to, welding, cutting, lubrication, repair power transmission equipment, millwrighting, pneumatics, hydraulics and rigging

Provides scheduled and emergency/unscheduled repairs of plant equipment/systems

Communicates with others internal and external to the organization to obtain/provide information regarding equipment/system issues as needed

Receives assignment from supervisor or group leader for emergency or maintenance repair to minimize production downtime and expedite production

May be required to repair various process equipment, power transmission equipment, pumps, valves, piping, hydraulic, pneumatic

Must be proficient in trade skills such as welding, rigging, use of tools, and testing devices, fabrication, lubrication, set up and calibration

Performs preventive maintenance inspections and performs or recommends repairs. Recommends preventive maintenance programs, spare parts requirements, and suggested inventory levels

May be required to fill in for group leader or supervisor during vacations or absences

Assumes a leadership role by promoting a positive work environment/attitude

Required to complete simple and emergency work orders

Required to utilize established company computer systems to find repairable spares, inventory items, complete timecard entries and sign out parts

Identifies required parts from equipment drawings

Ability to read and understand equipment drawings and blueprints

Assists in troubleshooting equipment problems and finding root cause of failure

Leads major repair projects to be completed by maintenance team, ensuring successful completion

Records pertinent labor information from work shift

Actively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving

Performs pipefitting, plumbing, and carpentry skills to repair plant equipment/systems as needed

Trains others in job duties/skills

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Mechanical skillsIndustrial equipment knowledgeWeldingTroubleshootingPreventive maintenanceBlueprint readingPneumaticsHydraulicsCommunication skillsTeamworkAdaptabilityLeadershipProblem solving

Required

Knowledge of the English language and advanced mechanical skills and industrial equipment/systems are required

High school diploma or equivalent required

A valid driver's license is required

Experience in an industrial environment with equipment including, but not limited to, freight and bucket elevators, conveyor belts, vibratory feeders, diverter valves, drives, gear reducers, bearings, shafts, air compressors, rotary air locks, vacuum pumps, hydraulic drives, mobile equipment such as pickup trucks, forklifts, and commercial motor vehicles such as dump trucks and loaders is preferred

Ability to exert physical strength throughout the work shift, coordinate movements, use repetitive motions, have the ability to operate mobile equipment, regularly stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, crouch, kneel, lift, twist, push and pull throughout a work shift

Work in confined spaces, have manual dexterity, lift materials weighing up to and including 50 pounds, select and use appropriate equipment/tools to accomplish job duties

Read, write, listen, speak and understand English, follow all instructions and other oral/written information, visually inspect equipment/work area, complete paperwork and other documentation accurately

Identify, analyze, troubleshoot and solve equipment/work area issues using judgement and mechanical/electrical knowledge and skills

React quickly as needed, use judgement to determine when additional resources are needed to address issues, communicate effectively with others

Record labor distribution information from the work shift in writing and/or on a personal computer

Be aware of oneself in relation to surrounding equipment, work independently and as a team with others

Use, monitor and adjust equipment and related processes

Ability to instruct/transfer job information/knowledge to others and infrequently lift between 50 and 100 pounds is preferred

Being under general supervision, the employee is expected to be self-directed, take initiative and be persistent when appropriate to accomplish necessary duties and complete required work without prompting from the supervisor

Additionally, the employee is expected to be adaptable/flexible to changing work assignments, perform multiple tasks at once, have a high level of integrity, dependability and self-control to maintain composure, learn and memorize procedures, prioritize work, manage time effectively and efficiently, meet established deadlines, display a cooperative attitude and leadership

Read, understand and follow all company, job specific and safety policies/procedures, and attend/use all required training

Preferred

Knowledge of computers is preferred

Formal trade training preferred

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision plans

401k company match

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Company

Minerals Technologies Inc.

MTI is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.

Founded in 1968

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.mineralstech.com

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