About the role
Overview
Minerals Technologies Inc.
is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.
Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation.
We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers.
We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly.
Company: Specialty Minerals Inc
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, a Minerals Technologies company, is the largest supplier and global leader in providing Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) and Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) specially designed for customers' application needs.
Position: Electrical Maintenance Technician
Location: USA | Adams, Massachusetts
Compensation
: $30.00/hr - $57.00/hr based on experience
Shifts Available
2nd Shift - 2pm - 10pm 3rd Shift - 10pm - 6am
What We Offer
Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Health/Dental/Vision plans
401k company match
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
Educational Assistance
Employee Assistance Plan
Responsibilities
The Electrical Maintenance Technician, under limited supervision, performs varied maintenance duties necessary to ensure continuous operation of the production facilities. Must be skilled in multi-trades to handle emergencies and perform routine maintenance work. Skills may include electrical work, instrumentation repair, pneumatic, mechanical work, etc. Must be comfortable working with heights.
Massachusetts Journeyman Electrical License Required
- (NH license qualifies for reciprocity)
- Relocation considered for experienced out of area candidates!
- This is considered a safety sensitive position therefore will be subject to
- random drug testing as required.
Training Statement
Training may be conducted across various shifts; however, upon successful completion of the training period, the selected candidate will be assigned to either the 2nd or 3rd shift
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Reads and interprets equipment manuals, work orders, equipment drawings/blueprints, building drawings, and electrical/instrumentation schematics to perform required maintenance and service.
- Identifies required parts from equipment drawings.
- Inspects, diagnoses, and troubleshoots plant and mobile equipment/system problems.
- Performs advanced electrical/instrumentation skills and basic mechanical skills including, but not limited to, process control, computer automation systems analysis, electrical control, conduit bending, welding, cutting, repairing power transmission equipment, pneumatics, rigging, and troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment/systems as needed.
- Performs preventive maintenance inspections and performs or recommends repairs.
- Develops and follows standard work for preventive maintenance programs and recommends spare parts requirements and suggested inventory levels.
- Provides scheduled and emergency/unscheduled repairs of plant and mobile equipment/systems.
- Communicates with others internal and external to the organization to obtain/provide information regarding equipment/system issues as needed.
- Leads major repair projects to be completed by maintenance team, ensuring successful completion.
- May be required to fill in for Maintenance Supervisor during vacations or absences.
- Utilizes established company computer systems to find MRO inventory items, historical information, issue inventory parts, and complete time card entries.
- Records pertinent labor information from work shift.
- Assumes a leadership role by promoting a positive work environment/attitude.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
- Trains others in job duties/skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Works safely and maintains the safety of coworkers.
OE/Lean
Actively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to speak and read English, National Electric Code (Master Electricians License), electrical skills, industrial equipment/systems, and basic mechanical skills are required. Working knowledge of computer systems and PLC programming skills are required.
Massachusetts Journeyman Electrical License Required
While performing the duties of this job, an employee is typically required to have the ability to exert physical strength throughout the work shift as needed, coordinate movements, use repetitive motions, have the ability to operate mobile equipment, regularly stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, crouch, kneel, lift, twist, push and pull throughout a work shift, work in confined spaces, have manual and finger dexterity, select and use appropriate equipment/tools to accomplish job duties, read, write, listen, speak and understand English, follow all instructions and other oral/written information, visually inspect equipment/work area, complete paperwork and other documentation accurately, identify, analyze, troubleshoot and solve equipment/work area issues using mechanical/electrical knowledge and skills, react quickly as needed, use judgment to determine when additional resources are needed to address issues, communicate effectively with others, record labor distribution information from the work shift in writing and/or on a personal computer, be aware of oneself in relation to surrounding equipment, work independently and as a team with others, and use, monitor and adjust equipment and related processes. Ability to instruct/transfer job information/knowledge to others and infrequently lift up to 50 pounds is preferred.
Must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical/instrumentation/ computer automation systems effectively, read wiring schematics/diagrams, run conduit and wire to new and existing systems, and remove and install electric drive components while leading a crew. Must have the ability to acquire and use electrical and mechanical skill/knowledge such as welding, use of pipe threading machines, bandsaw, drill press, hydraulic press, and hand tools.
Being under general supervision, the employee is expected to be self-directed, take initiative and be persistent when appropriate to accomplish necessary duties and complete required work without prompting from the supervisor. Additionally, the employee is expected to be adaptable/flexible to changing work assignments, perform multiple tasks at once, have a high level of integrity, dependability and self control to maintain composure, learn and memorize procedures, prioritize work, manage time effectively and efficiently, meet established deadlines, display a cooperative attitude, read, understand and follow all company, job specific and safety policies/procedures, and attend/use all required training.
Shift Assignment
:
Positions will be assigned to either 2nd shift or 3rd shift
Training
:
Training may be conducted across various shifts; however, upon successful completion of the training period, the selected candidate will be assigned to either the 2nd or 3rd shift.
Education
:
Incumbent should possess a thorough knowledge of electrical/instrumentation trades and formal, specialized training beyond four years of high school.
Licensing
Massachusetts Journeyman's Electrical License and Valid Driver’s License both required
Experience
At least five years experienc