Shift Maintenance Technician (M3)

Toray seeks team members who are hardworking, and passionate about their work and energetic problem-solvers who have a "can-do" attitude. Team members who think creatively and want to implement new ideas thrive here. We value people who wish to pursue a rewarding career in which they develop new skills and progress through the organization. Many Toray employees have been with the company for more than a decade.

Toray Plastics (America), Inc., is a subsidiary of the Japan-based Toray Group, which manufactures synthetic fibers, carbon fibers, plastics, and chemicals and employs more than 45,000 people in 26 countries. Annual sales exceed US$21 billion.

TPA's films businesses in Rhode Island and foams division in Virginia are global leaders and provide innovative products that are used worldwide for consumer and industrial applications. TPA is committed to environmental, social, and corporate governance. Learn more by visiting www.toraytpa.com.

We are looking for an experienced industrial Maintenance Technician. The primary responsibilities will be to support production by repairing, maintaining and improving process equipment in a multi-craft environment. This position will work a 12 hour, 2-2-3 schedule. The successful candidate will have an exceptional safety focus, strong technical aptitude with manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety procedures are always followed, be SAFE and promote safety consciousness to all Toray and non-Toray personnel. Quickly propose and/or implement any safety improvements
• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on mechanical / electrical systems and components
• Conducts various tests to troubleshoot and correct equipment malfunctions
• Initiates repairs on equipment, as required, in emergency and routine situations
• Safely performs tasks using power equipment, Mill, Lathe, Drill Press, portable power tools
• Supports installation of capital projects, including supervision of contractors
• Participates in group activities, SGA, KYT, Improvement suggestions, Core rolls, Projects
• Participates in work instruction writing and editing
• Documents details, parts, and labor for work orders using maintenance and work order software
• Prepares tools, documents, parts, and supplies for scheduled shutdowns.
• Research parts and equipment to expedite repair and improve reliability.
• Supports Utility and Recovery Operations as needed
• Learn other aspects of Maintenance through OJT and other training
• Actively participates in safety, project and improvement meetings as required

Requirements

Successful candidate must meet the minimum internal criteria of M3 core competencies up to the M5 level based on experience. This includes performing basic and intermediate equipment repair and replacement, basic and intermediate rigging techniques, basic and intermediate use of maintenance shop equipment, daily checks of assigned equipment, basic and intermediate troubleshooting of equipment failures. Rate of pay is $31.75 to $37.83/hour depending on experience. Night shifts receive a $1/hour shift differential.

• Must have a strong safety focus
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis
• Push/Pull up to 1,500 lbs. using a wheeled cart
• Able to work required, mandatory overtime, support shutdowns, emergency call ins and on call assignments. Must be able to report within 1 hour of being notified.
• Must be able to work in temperatures over 100 degrees
• Manufacturing experience highly preferred
• Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to perform tasks with little or no supervision
• Proven ability to solve problems and initiate repairs with little direction while working safely and adhering to all safety protocols
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder logic, and engineering flow diagrams
• Ability to multi-task with strong organization skills
• Ability to partner with production regarding maintenance and repair of equipment and be a resource in support of the production effort
• Must be able assess problems and determine the best course of action to be followed to resolve problem safely.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair control circuits and power circuits with little assistance.
• Must be able to safely install electrical components and circuits.
• Good mathematical skills, including basic trigonometry, electro mechanical trouble shooting and repair skills
• Basic keyboard, writing skills and familiarity with Microsoft Products (Word and Excel)
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required with at least 3 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.

Sample Work Schedule

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thus

Fri

Sat

Sun

Week 1

on

off

off

on

on

off

off

Week 2

off

on

on

off

off

on

on

Week 3

on

off

off

on

on

off

off

Week 4

off

on

on

off

off

on

on

• overtime may be required during this period

pm shift

6:30pm - 6:45am

We require a resume to be submitted with online application.

Toray Plastics (America) Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. Toray Plastics (America), Inc. is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on any protected status, workplace harassment/bullying and retaliation for filing a complaint or providing information related to a complaint. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and medical related conditions), age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

It is the policy of Toray Plastics (America) Inc. to maintain a work environment that is safe for all persons, including the community, and conducive to attaining high work standards. To achieve these objectives, we are committed to maintaining a drug, tobacco and alcohol-free workplace and perform pre-employment testing.

Toray Plastics (America) Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.