Mechanical Technician - Military Veterans

Our client manufactures nonwovens as roll goods for wipes and other applications across the US. This year the Bethune, SC plant is strengthening its capabilities in sustainable products by enhancing and upgrading this production facility and with these changes comes growth to the technical team.

The candidate will work with operations to ensure equipment is working at optimal performance levels. In a team environment, you will solve issues and problems, installs, troubleshoots and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment and distribution systems using mechanical and electrical maintenance skills, tools and procedures

- Lubricate, clean, align, repair and replace rolls, filters, motors, gearboxes and pumps on production machinery

- Maintain hydraulic/lube systems (pumps, motors, reservoir, lines, filters, and so on

- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct mechanical problems; maintain plant utilities (steam, air, water, gas, electrical), and maintain related equipment and systems

- Perform basic electrical tasks on machinery/equipment (reset drives, change out motors, and so on

- Use typical mechanic's tools, inspection gauges, shop math; work from mechanical and electrical drawings and blueprints, verbal instructions or sketches

- Contact vendors for technical support and information

- Ability to work with and knowledge of water soluble and oil-based lubricants

- Work on ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts and in confined spaces

- Perform mathematics to determine proper components and installation requirements

- Perform work of lower skill classifications (no duty or task is too small in the team environment)

- Function equally well as team member or team leader in self-directed teams of mechanics, electricians, and technical operators, not just a short-term fixer or part swapper

- Lead and/or participate in sPlus continuous improvement teams

- Assess problems with production machinery/equipment and identify root causes

- Perform inspections on machinery and equipment and complete work orders on noted discrepancies

- Perform housekeeping in work area to promote a safe working environment

- Must be able to safely operate all equipment

- Must be willing to work in inclement conditions; such as, rain, cold, hot, and so on

- Required to be on your feet for extended periods of time; i.e., climbing stairs or traveling about the facility

- Lock out/tag out machinery/equipment and verify ZES to ensure safety and prevent accidents and injuries

- Review PM sheets to identify PM priorities and schedules

- Communicate frequently with technical operators and Electrical Technicians to avoid machinery, electrical or equipment issues and problems

- Identify and secure resources needed to perform repair jobs (parts, tools, personnel, and so on

- Follow HAZMAT and MSDS guidelines in the handling of hazardous materials

- Transport equipment, machinery, and parts using forklifts, pallet jacks, and so on

$60K - $75K, with built in overtime every week. Shift work ( 4 days x 12 hour shifts) and full benefits

Here is your chance to join an international manufacturer that cares just as much about your attitude/desire to learn as they do about your technical skill set.

Job 57964