Maintenance Technician

Company: OWENS CORNING
Location: Mount Vernon
Posted on: September 15, 2023

Job Description:

PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Maintenance Technician is an hourly position and reports to the Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the reliability performance, repair and maintenance of mechanical devices in the plant, including pneumatic and hydraulic devices. In addition, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairs and maintenance on electrical devices consistent with their training as described in more detail below. The employee acts as a process expert for this multi-craft job dealing with mechanical specialist and electrical responsibilities related to the mechanical function. This includes reacting to process and equipment issues, preventive and predictive maintenance, as well as elimination of special cause variation while driving safety & quality and optimizing plant efficiency. Join an organization that believes that every employee owns a piece of our bold growth goals and ultimate success. We are a market-leading innovator that has placed on the Fortune 500 -. Owens Corning is devoted to delivering sustainable solutions across our three business segments while striving to ensure our people and products make the world a better place. We take pride in having an inclusive and diverse workplace with employees around the globe. A holistic sense of community exists across our entire organization as our talent grows globally. We are a company that fully recognizes the importance of paving a path to a sustainable and safe enterprise through investing in our people. Our desire to make an impactful difference in the world flows from top down to all levels of the organization. By being a company that instills pride within each and every employee, we aspire to build market-leading businesses; global in scope - human in scale. Reports to: Maintenance ManagerShift Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 7:30am - 4:00pm*May need to cover other shifts in cases of call offs/vacations JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Utilizes machines, equipment and measuring instruments to perform tasks including, but not limited to; precision alignment, predictive maintenance, balancing, welding, pipe fitting, equipment repair.Insures availability of required items &/or inventory.Utilizes journeyman multi-functional mechanic and basic electrical knowledge in order to preserve and optimize plant assets and to meet the needs of manufacturing.Provides support and leadership to other craft and non-craft employees in the performance of maintenance tasks.Cooperates with others, plans and performs operational maintenance, including Lubrication, to machinery and equipment associated with plant operations.Performs the job of trainer for production, apprentice and other craft personnel as related to craft work.Includes participation in the execution of training plans, providing input for training records and input into the determination of certification status for each employee.Acts as a liaison to management, suppliers and customers. Assists with the developmental and/or experimental projects.Utilizes computer expertise to complete records and reports and manage data (includes SAP, work orders, inventory, failure & trend analysis sheets, checklists, requisitions, audit sheets, etc.).Utilizes basic carpentry skills as needed for the position.Utilizes forklift, cranes, and other related mobile equipment, license obtained where necessary.Develops & maintains skills and knowledge of the job classification on a continuing basis by participating in formal and informal training situations related to the position.Works from information obtained from simple or complex diagrams, engineering drawings, sketches, equipment manuals, and also written or verbal instructions needed to perform assigned duties.Applies protective coatings to equipment, floors, and buildings.Make minor electrical repairs of shop equipment within a mechanical workshop, including:a. Shop tools, power tool cords, extension cords, welding equipment cables, portable lighting, lathes, milling machines, band saws, etc.Make process equipment mechanical repairs where:a. Gearbox replacement is necessary, disconnecting and re-connecting motor leads. Example: A gearbox with a C-face mounted motor needs repair or replacement and it is found that the motor shaft keyway is defective. The Maintenance Technician will be expected to carry out the motor replacement and replace any defective wiring or flexible conduit for the motor in question.Any work on equipment rated higher than 110 volts.Circuit or logic modifications.Power distribution system maintenance switchgear, transformers, medium voltage motor starters, motor control center (MCC) structures (main breaker & bus), interlocked armour cables, large circuit breakers, main disconnects, furnace power regulators, furnace firing transformers, 480/270 volt lighting distribution panels, etc.Conduit, wiring, or electrical equipment installation.Removal of motor starter modules from an energized MCC.Repair, replacement, checkout, or troubleshooting of burner control systems including ANY system requiring flame safety supervisory controls such as asphalt booster heater, HVAC boiler, incinerator burners, large Hartzell heaters.Instrumentation Maintenance such as thermocouples, pressure transmitters, process controllers, high-temperature limit controllers, nuclear gauges, level transmitters, digital displays, digital tachometers, bar code scanners, pull cameras, pressure switches, analog circuits, analog feedback systems, digital feedback systems, video operator interface panels, recorders, valve petitioners, differential pressure transmitters, hot slug detectors, video cameras, thickness gauges, laser devices, furnace electrode monitoring equipment, bushing controllers, alarm panels (Panalarms), displacement gauges.Variable speed motor drive electronics such as used in Line Drive, Belt Rollup Drives, Stretch Wrap tension drives, fiberizer drives, over wrap decline conveyor, raw material unloading screw, exhaust fan drives, batch charger screw drives, and auto bagger feed conveyor drives.Repair or replacement of High-Bay lighting fixtures, outdoor road lighting, main office lighting.Repair, replacement, or troubleshooting on or in PLCs (programmable logic controllers), operator interface panels, communications highways, input/output modules, central processors, power supplies, programs, programming equipment, etc.Performs other related duties consistent with the nature of the job as directed by the supervisor.Work with plant leadership team to communicate issues and/or enhancementsRegularly inspect the work area to ensure all safety policies and practices are followed and a high degree of industrial housekeeping is maintained at all times.Drive cultural change and initiatives which emphasize safety, communication, co-operation, development, teamwork, environmental compliance, quality, productivity and waste elimination.Establish a work environment characterized by mutual trust and respect, open and honest communications, teamwork and a passion for winning.Protect physical assets of the plant and maintain company standards of environmental control.Actively participate in work teams and committees that are established to increase the plant's performanceRespond to internal and external customers in a professional manner and adhere to the Owens Corning Business Conduct standardsActively participate on the plant emergency response team (ERT)Participate in and completes special projects as assignedEnsure compliance with respiratory protection policySupport the diversity team and initiatives JOB REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent required.Must be 18 years or olderRelated experience and/or training in an industrial environment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:Must be able to read, write, and speak EnglishMust be able to understand verbal and written instructionsMust possess strong communication and organizational skills Must have the ability to multi-taskMust have strong internal and external customer service skills Must work well in team environmentMust be able to work independentlyMust have to ability to do basic mathematical calculations Must possess PC operational skillsMust possess the skill level and experience of a Maintenance Technician. Must be able to secure and maintain fork lift drivers licenseAbout Owens Corning Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses - Composites, Insulation, and Roofing - provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 19,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2022 sales of $9.8 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.

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