Maintenance Technician

Company: Southwire
Location: Zion
Posted on: June 18, 2022

Job Description:

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment and hand tools. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the wellbeing of our communities. How will you power what's possible? Maintenance Technician, Waukegan ILShift: 3pm to 11pmRate: $19.85JOB OVERVIEW:As a Maintenance Technician, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing a full range of multi craft equipment maintenance with focus on reliability. Ensure sustainable operation of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, and other production machinery. The Maintenance Technician may also be a key member of process improvement and problem-solving teams. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: High school graduate or equivalent Strong Mechanical & Electrical background Must have computer skills (Microsoft Office, CMMS, Excel, etc.) Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and OEM manuals. Understand manufacturing processes and manufacturing equipment. Must be familiar with normal shop equipment such as drill press, band saw and portable power tools. Ability to read and interpret precision measuring devices. Must be capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Must pass written and hands-on certification tests. 2-year Technical Degree desired PRIMARY JOB TASKS: Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methodologies. Install and perform alignment on mechanical drive systems. Replacement of identified failed parts or components. Adjust equipment to bring it into operational specifications. Maintain machinery lubrication requirements. Recommend process or procedure changes based on observed equipment behavior. Testing of electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters to ensure proper operation and safety of system. Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components. Maintain current and accurate maintenance data to determine establish historical records and future maintenance requirements. QUALITY: Maintain an attitude of learning to stay current with maintenance procedures and equipment. Complete annual Maintenance Skills Assessment SAFETY: Report all accidents, incidents, injuries and unsafe acts or conditions, immediately to the supervisor. Must follow prescribed safety procedures to prevent injury and maintain safe equipment and conditions in entire plant. PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to meet the physical requirements of working safely in an industrial maintenance environment. Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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