Project Maintenance Technician (Manufacturing)

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MAT Industries Inc., a proud member of MAT Holdings Inc., is a leading manufacturer of air compressors and air brake tanks in the Jackson community at 213 Industrial Dr., Jackson, TN 38301. World-class domestic manufacturing facilities allow MAT Industries to offer high-quality air compressors, air tools, and accessories to retailers under brands such as Powermate, Industrial Air, Industrial Air Contractor, and Sanborn as well as private labels. Our air compressors are sold through retailers, including major home centers, hardware co-ops, independents, and farm and fleet stores around the US.

SUMMARY: The candidate will be responsible for working on a wide range of projects around the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Promote safe work practices by following company safety policies.
• Maintain a clean work area and promote company 5S policies.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs as well as PM's on equipment and facilities
• Identify root causes of maintenance downtime and implement corrective actions to prevent downtime.
• Order repair parts for maintenance repairs to equipment and facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent AND completion of a two-year vocational maintenance training program OR apprenticeship program emphasizing industrial maintenance is required. The ideal candidate would have experience in the following areas;

• 10+ years' experience in an industrial environment working with 3 phase high voltage systems.

• Strong knowledge of electrical circuits including properly sizing conduit & wire, conduit bending & installation.

• Ability to read & interpret CAD prints, related to fabrication & electrical circuits.

• Must have a working knowledge of National Electric Code.

• Knowledgeable in basic metal fabrication.

• Experience in operating forklifts and man lifts (i.e. scissor lifts, articulating booms, etc.)

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including verbal, written, electronic, etc…

• Must be self-motivated and proven strong leadership skills.

• Must have excellent decision-making and team motivational skills.

• Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, adversity, and changes.

• Must be willing to have a flexible work schedule that supports production and process improvements

JOB PREREQUISITES:

• Ability to meet attendance standards. All full-time employees are required to work a 40-hour week. Sometimes, it may be necessary to work additional hours to accomplish the required tasks and meet deadlines.
• Highly motivated and well-organized.
• Maintain high personal standards of quality.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and effectively communicate with management and direct reports. Should have the ability to recognize communication gaps and appropriately address them.
• Excellent problem-solving and team motivational skills are a must.
• Must be flexible, adapt to changes in the work environment, and manage competing demands. Flexible hours may be required when necessary to reach company goals.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work with a large variety of individuals, including production personnel, maintenance personnel, manufacturing engineers, management, and outside contractors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, MENTAL REQUIREMENTS, AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

The position is subject to extended periods of sitting depending on the nature of the issues at hand. Along with this is the occasional lifting of boxes and bending or crouching.

• Ability to hear accurately the spoken word with moderate office noise or plant noise
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload
• Ability to follow work rules and company policies.
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively deal with office stress
• Ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Ability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decision without immediate supervision
• Maintain confidentiality of certain information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This is a full-time position. For more information please contact Ryan Hart at 731-437-2325.