Maintenance Technician

Starting pay rate $27.00

*$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*

SUMMARY

Westlake Royal Windows, a windows manufacturer in Baldwin GA, has a full-time opening for a Maintenance Technician. This position is responsible for the preventative and routine maintenance functions for all production equipment and support systems in all manufacturing facilities.

The schedule for this position would be;

• Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm with OT as necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Good understanding of PC's and PLC troubleshooting
• Installing new plant equipment
• Able to document changes, equipment modifications, and new installations
• Ability to plan work that requires knowledge of electrical and mechanical theories and principals to effectively accomplish assigned work with minimal interruption to production
• Practice a predictive/preventative approach to electrical and mechanical maintenance issues
• Develop working mechanical and electrical knowledge of material conveying, process water, chilled water, and compressed air systems that support the production process. Includes proficiency at PMs and the rebuilding of equipment components
• Set up all equipment for production runs
• Ability to effectively accomplish assigned work with minimum supervision
• Install power requirements for equipment modifications and installations
• Must be able to work independently and use good judgment
• Comply with company policies for software updating, filing, and archiving of PLC/PC applications
• Communicate with shift supervisors, and other line support regarding maintenance issues
• Comply with established safety rules and company policies and procedures

QUALIFICATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of five years electrical and mechanical experience in maintenance technician role
• Maintaining industrial equipment (i.e. conveyors, gear boxes, Hydraulic, Batch, Water systems, pumps, etc.)
• Familiarity with PC and PLC equipment
• Knowledge of 5S and lean principles
• Knowledge of Lock Out/Tag Out procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to hold, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must lift, carry and/or move up to 50 lbs. frequently. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, mobility to cover 2 facilities (North & South Plant) is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position works in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. Noise level commensurate with large machinery. Ear and eye protection must be worn at all times and steel-toed shoes and long pants are required. Temperatures in the building, although maintained, can be affected by outside weather conditions.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset.

Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance people's lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.