Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Maintenance TechnicianAtlas Tube, a subsidiary of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our North Kansas City, MO facility. This role is responsible for performing preventative, routine, and unpredicted maintenance tasks to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness of production equipment, overhead cranes, and other facility components. The ideal candidate has strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical aptitude, and a proactive approach to maintenance and repair.Shift: 1st Shift 5:00 AM – 3:00 AM Pay: $30 - $40 per hour plus Production Bonus – Averaging $3 to $5 per hourWhat You'll DoWork safely following OSHA and workplace safety practices set forth by Atlas Tube policy.Repair and maintain mechanical production and facilities equipment.Fabricate, assemble, or repair components and assemblies to prepare for use on production and facilities equipment.Perform precision machinery lubrication.Utilize strong hydraulics background and knowledge for troubleshooting and repair.Install, perform preventative maintenance, and modify all production and/or facilities mechanical equipment, including mills, slitters, cranes, conveyors, coolant and lubrication systems, and exhaust systems.Work within a team environment as well as independently, participating in team meetings as requested.Perform emergency maintenance work to maintain a high level of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (O.E.E.).Contribute to root cause analysis efforts and continuous improvement toward failure reduction/elimination.Initiate follow-up work orders for open concerns.Specify part requirement details for planned work.Provide continuous improvement suggestions to enhance preventative maintenance (PM) activities and reduce unanticipated failures.Report discrepancies in drawings and bill of materials (BOM) for correction.Fabricate, machine (lathe, grinder, mill, etc.), weld, fit/assemble components, and assemblies as needed for planned and unplanned maintenance.Document full details of work activities, including symptoms, root causes, extent of damage, and corrective actions.Utilize SAP - Computerized Maintenance Management System to capture daily work activities and locate parts.Maintain high levels of 5S (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain) within defined work and storage areas.Perform other duties as assigned.Complete a 90-day probationary period, with the option to extend to 180 days.Maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule.Who You Are5+ years of manufacturing experience.Ability to read and use hydraulic schematics.Experience operating and rigging overhead cranes.Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Physical & Work RequirementsRequired use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Use of various hand tools and equipment as needed.Ability to work occasional overtime.Warehouse environment with an uncontrolled climate year-round.Exposure to a dusty and noisy work environment within OSHA guidelines.Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.What You'll GetZekeman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:Competitive CompensationBonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities401(k) with Company MatchComprehensive Health, Dental & Vision InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation & HolidaysEmployee Loyalty AwardsEqual Opportunity Employer StatementZekeman Industries is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recruit, employ, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.