H Maintenance Multi-Craft Technician

2nd Shift - 3pm to 11pm and 3rd Shift 11pm to 7am

Hexpol, the largest custom rubber compounder in North America, is looking for a Multi-Craft Industrial Maintenance Technician for their Tallapoosa, GA facility. This opportunity is a full-time, second or third shift position, including a comprehensive hourly wage and benefits package.

Job Summary:

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for maintaining and repairing the equipment necessary to meet production requirements in a Custom Mix Rubber Manufacturing facility. This includes, but is not limited to, the following equipment:

• Mixers
• Extruders
• Calenders
• Rubber Mills
• Conveyors (Belt, Festoon, Auger, and fluidizing)
• Dust Collectors and Air Handling Equipment
• Air Compressors and Air Dryers
• Lake Pumps and Chillers
• Lifting Devices (Chain Hoists – Electric and Manual)
• Lift Trucks

Candidates will be required to safely perform Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Tasks designed to prevent production downtime, as well as troubleshoot and repair equipment should a breakdown occur. This requires a working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Work productively as part of a team.
• Perform all assigned preventive/predictive maintenance activities in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment should a breakdown occur.
• Document activity using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (eMaint).
• Support of all equipment necessary to meet production requirements for the assigned shift.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Key Competencies/Abilities:

• Troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Ability to process work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Ability to work Weekends and Overtime as required.
• Ability to appropriately conduct maintenance in a high stress manufacturing environment.

(Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC’s and Rockwell Software RSLogix a plus)

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• 2 years of Maintenance experience in an Industrial Manufacturing environment OR military experience in a technical field OR a Degree/Certificate in a related field.
• The ability to read and interpret manufacturing specifications or work instructions.
• Basic computer skills required (i.e. Microsoft Office, email), including knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (i.e. eMaint or Maximo)
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job such as lifting and moving up to 50lbs, standing for extended periods, bending, squatting or kneeling or climbing stairs or ladders.
• Must be able to legally work in the US without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check