Service Technician

ABOUT OPTA

From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to create solutions that enhance productivity and set new standards for industrial performance. Our mission is to consistently deliver custom-engineered additives, specialty equipment and technical expertise that solves complex challenges, optimizes process and drives long-term success.

OPTA CORE VALUES

• SAFETY: We put safety first on our processes, our products and our culture to protect people and ensure long-term operational success.

• PEOPLE : We invest in our people because their expertise drives the solutions that power our success.

• CUSTOMERS: We build lasting partnerships by understanding our customers' challenges and delivering customized solutions that meet their unique needs.

• INNOVATION: We continually seek smarter, more effective and innovative ways to deliver solutions , blending creativity, data-driven insight and practical application.

• SUSTAINABILITY: We engineer solutions with efficiency, responsibility, and sustainability as our foundation, optimizing performance today, while strengthening the resilience of tomorrow's operations.

Field Services Technician

The Field Services Technician will report directly to the Field Services Supervisor; and will be responsible for providing technical assistance to the customer.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES

• Maintain equipment and surrounding area (keeping area clean)
• Must be capable of obtaining, preparing, and analyzing hot metal samples with the use of a Leco analyzer
• Must be capable of operating injection equipment
• Provide direct assistance to calculate the amount of reagent required
• Document all concerns and potential problems accurately
• Must adhere to all S.O.P.s and safety rules, for our company and customer and complete required safety training
• Must be capable of performing preventative maintenance on equipment
• Prepare Documentation – Lance Report (failures, changes, numbers of heats, dates, minutes, and operator.)
• Completion of logbook; tracking parts used, document material deliveries(recording loads) etc.
• Informing supervisor of potential problems (i.e., material is low, parts are needed, customer problems, etc.)
• Assist in the unloading and loading of material
• Assist in cleaning and unplugging of lances (unless otherwise specified)
• Must be capable of: lifting sixty pounds, climbing stairs, climbing on equipment
• Must be able to work independently
• All other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid driver's license as occasional travel is required
• Must be capable of working a scheduled swing shift
• Must possess mechanical aptitude and have an understanding of electrical systems
• Must be capable of working in a mill environment

Opta offers a diverse compensation and benefit package that includes the following:

• Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Match
• Competitive Compensation Program
• On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet)