Reliability Technician

Job Title Tufting | Reliability Technician D | 3rd Shift Position Overview Serve the Tufting/Warping Departments by operating the automated blade block sharpening equipment. Maintain flow of blade block assemblies both to and from the Dalton area carpet facilities. Shift: Sunday - Thursday 11pm-7am Essential Duties Understands the basics of equipment operations to support familiarization of facility and operations equipment, including regular maintenance activities Execute general maintenance “GM” activities at the facility level such as repair needs in office areas, bathrooms, building and grounds, etc. Execute routine, defined inspections or setups such as those activities for: Safety & Environmental inspection and reporting Collection and recording of key operational data such as utility meter readings Repetitive parts changes, including those requiring precision measurement and part quality checks Support Reliability Techs C-A in: Job-site preparation and cleanup Collection, delivery, and return of parts and tools PIT Operation during work execution Painting Greasing/lubrication Confined Space & Hot Work Watch Delivery/Pickup of Blade Blocks to tufting facilities Drive box truck to pick up, load, and deliver blade blocks to tufting facilities Manually feed of trays into system Manually remove trays from system Transport tray carts from dock doors to storage, staging, and/or grinding location Swap to new blades when they are flagged by the machine Change grinding wheels Change lubrication and filter Perform preventative maintenance on grinding equipment and other auxiliary equipment Follow job procedures related to operating the blade block grinding station Ensure issue related to this are escalated appropriately Follow all safety, LOTO, APM, or other related procedures Keep area clean Put work orders into CMMS system as needed Submit process improvement ideas as needed Attend periodic departmental meetings as well as training that will foster continued job improvement Time management and planning to process blade blocks and deliver finished sets to plants in the Dalton area Ensure quality of blade blocks as they exit the unit checking for: Sharpness Blade distance Tightness in block Damaged fasteners, blocks or blades Physical Requirements Sit or stand intermittently for at least 8 to 12 hours Climb steps several times per day Walk through plant several times per day Withstand exposure to changes in both temperature and humidity Apply forces to tools necessary to accomplish the work Other Requirements Communicate to other employees both in speech and in writing Ensure the work environment is free of harassment and that employees feel free to express problems and concerns Assure compliance of all corporate policies Critical Knowledge And Skills Drive the Box Truck Safety practices - LOTO, Confined Space, PPE, PIT, Fall Protection, Hoisting & Rigging and Hot Work Calculator and Computer application – work order documentation, parts requisitioning Measurement units Basic math skills to include Arithmetic Conversion of measurement units Ability to read, interpret, and make simple sketches Basic understanding of tools and their proper uses Precision alignment techniques for indirect coupled elements Power transmission component types, terms, operation, and maintenance Novice troubleshooting of mechanical systems (Basic Troubleshooting of those components technician is assigned to.) Tools, Equipment & Material Requirements Various wrenches, hammers & other hand tools Support equipment Gauge Parts Safety & Security Requirements Abide by and enforce plant safety rules and regulations Know evacuation routes and gathering location Certifications / Licenses Must have a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for past 3 years. Work Shift 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr