Maintenance Technician Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Tech                                                              

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt                                                              DEPARTMENT NAME: NGKACU

DEPARTMENT CODE: NGKACU                                                               REPORTS TO: Supervisor

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I. POSITION SUMMARY

Maintains the material condition and operational capability of industrial production machines and support systems. The Maintenance Technician also participates in plant wide and departmental improvement activities.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned) :

1.     Use basic hand tools to disassemble and repair machinery; and restore equipment to operation in accordance with the design specifications and industry standards.

2.     Performs routine cleaning, inspection and testing of mechanical and hydraulic systems and components; identifies worn or faulty components and/or unsuitable conditions and makes corrections as required.

3.     Installs and/or replaces mechanical drive system and hydraulic motion control system components.

4.     Performs necessary adjustments and alignments on motors, couplings, sheaves, sprockets, cylinders, linear slides, etc.

5.     Set up and operates metal working machinery such as lathes, drill presses, mills and grinders in order to fabricate, modify or repair various machine parts.

6.     Uses basic electrical testing devices such as voltmeters, ammeters, resistance testers, or mega ohmmeters in order to measure and test electrical circuits and components.

7.     Utilizes circuit diagrams and the appropriate test equipment in order to analyze industrial machine control circuits and high frequency / high voltage generating circuits, thereby identifying problems; troubleshoots to the component level and effects repairs.

8.     Participates in in-depth root cause analysis efforts and makes recommendations for countermeasures.

9.     Uses specialized interface equipment to move, reset, and reteach servo systems.

10.  Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) activities as needed

11.  Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials

12.  The Maintenance Technician has no supervisory responsibilities.

III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES                               

A.    Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction.

B.    Development of Subordinates: Provides accurate and objective assessments of member/team knowledge, skills and abilities; effectively trains, counsels and coaches subordinates to improve performance; develops action plans, provides challenging assignments and opportunities to build and/or improve needed capabilities; works behind the scenes to enable, encourage and empower others to achieve and succeed.

C.    Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

D.    Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism.

E.    Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely.

F.    Communication: Conveys information clearly in writing and speech; listens effectively and responds appropriately; communicates in a timely manner; is open and honest; keeps and uses confidential information with discretion; adjusts to a level understandable for the audience.

G.    Decision Making and Problem Solving: Searches for creative, innovative new ideas; displays sound judgment; makes effective and appropriate decisions; acts promptly; is decisive; provides holistic solutions; identifies problems in advance; gathers and analyzes information; determines root cause; considers multiple factors.

H.    Dependability / Self-Management: Self-adheres to policy, schedules and procedures; carries out work assignments without close supervision; reliable and follows through on commitments; accepts feedback and pursues self-development; deals confidently with challenging circumstances.

I.      Interpersonal Skills: Gets along well with others; cooperative, flexible and responsive; actively contributes to team goals; values diversity; demonstrates respect; appreciates opinions; builds unity; communicates constructively.

J.     Motivation and Commitment: Proactive positive approach; dedicated to responsibilities; gives extra effort; adapts to change in a positive, constructive manner; needs little supervision; seeks additional assignments.

K.    Safety & Environmental Awareness & Compliance: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices;         complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and takes corrective actions.

IV. Required and Preferred Qualifications

1.     Must be able to successfully complete all required job training

2.     High school diploma or general education degree (GED): plus 1 year experience/training.

Preferred

Associate’s degree (A.S. or A.A.) or equivalent from a two year college or technical school; plus 1-3 years of experience and/or training.

1.     Required Language Skills                                                        

1.     Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

2.     Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

3.     Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers.

2.     Required Mathematical Skills                                                   

1.     Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

3.     Required Reasoning Ability                                                     

1.     Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

2.     Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case by case basis) :

1.     The employee is regularly required to stand; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

2.     The employee is frequently required to walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

3.     The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.

4.     The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

5.     Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT  

1.     While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.

2.     The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.

3.     The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE

1.     Hearing protection may be required while performing certain job duties.

2.     Respirators may be required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions.

3.     Chemical goggles or safety glasses with side shields may be required while performing certain job duties.

4.     Welder’s gloves, helmet, and sleeves/apron/coat may be required while performing certain job duties.

5.     Task appropriate gloves may be required while performing certain job duties.

6.     EH approved composite or sturdy leather work shoes/boots with hard soles are required.A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

About Us:

NGK Ceramics USA utilizes unique ceramic technologies to reduce emissions and contribute to a greener world.

Located in Mooresville, North Carolina, NGK Ceramics is a subsidiary of NGK Insulators, Ltd., one of the world’s leading ceramic technology companies. Due to increasing regulations on the automotive industry, NGK Ceramics was established to manufacture our proprietary HONEYCERAM® product—a honeycomb catalyst substrate for controlling automotive emissions—and supply it to North American automakers. Over the years, we’ve taken on a much larger role, providing HONEYCERAM® to countries around the world.

Company Description

About Us:\r\n\r\nNGK Ceramics USA utilizes unique ceramic technologies to reduce emissions and contribute to a greener world.\r\n\r\nLocated in Mooresville, North Carolina, NGK Ceramics is a subsidiary of NGK Insulators, Ltd., one of the world’s leading ceramic technology companies. Due to increasing regulations on the automotive industry, NGK Ceramics was established to manufacture our proprietary HONEYCERAM® product—a honeycomb catalyst substrate for controlling automotive emissions—and supply it to North American automakers. Over the years, we’ve taken on a much larger role, providing HONEYCERAM® to countries around the world.