Maintenance Technician / 1st Shift (40788)

Maintenance Technician / 1st ShiftAmerican Fuji Seal NC - Newton, NC 28658Salary Range $32.00 - $39.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift 1st Shift Category ManufacturingMaintenance TechnicianGeneral Responsibilities: Must maintain and oversee equipment including production machines, and other production related equipment and tools to ensure that they are well maintained and in good operating conditions. This position will be heavily involved in trouble shooting day-to-day issues related to production and project installations. Performing routine maintenance within and around the facility.Essential Job Functions:Plan and perform preventative scheduled maintenance to maintain production equipment, utility, and tools.Analyze downtimes and implement countermeasure or action plan to prevent from recurrence.Assist production department in maintaining adequate reliability and up-time.Work closely with colleagues to implement continuous improvement throughout the production plant.Assist manufacturing in implementing corrective actions in a timely manner, if associated with equipment modifications or facilities issues.Assist production to improve process, methods, equipment and materials.Control all spare parts to be able to maintain and repair equipment when necessary.Control costs related to maintaining equipment and facility.Maintain a clean and safe working environment.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsCompetencies and Qualifications :Direction Setting: Possesses strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to exercise independent decision-making in a demanding environmentCommunication: Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally with all levels of the organizationExecution: Ability to focus on goals, metrics, and results. Self-started who takes ownership and accountability for self and department. Uses resources efficiently, effectively, and timelyInnovation: Must demonstrate an open and growth mindset, embracing change, stepping out of comfort zone, and applies creativity in generating ideas and solutionsAnalytical: Ability to approach troubleshooting, project development and business performance analytically utilizing background in advanced mathematical, science and technology skillsDependability: Regular reliable attendance and demonstrates strong work ethicSafety: Comprehensive understanding of electrical health and safety regulationRequired Qualifications:High School Diploma equivalentDemonstrated insight into mechanical and process analysisMust communicate in both verbal and written mattersAbility to work overtime and any schedule that management deems necessary to maintain productionPreferred Qualifications:An associate degree in Engineering/Industrial Technology or related fieldComputer skills in Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPointElectrical repairs, PLC experience with electrical schematic and ladder drawing reading5-15 years related experience and training in industrial process machinery, repairs and installations (certifications, etc.).Basic experience with welding, machining, and fabrication.