Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Requirements/ Experience / Background:

• Perform routine troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on production and ancillary equipment to support equipment uptime and reduce equipment downtime; plan, setup, breakdown, and execute the repair or preventive maintenance;

• Locate sources of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and instrument related equipment issues through problem solving techniques; works effectively with equipment operators and other maintenance personnel to identify problem root causes;

• Work independently and with others to repair and fix equipment problems and issues;

• Provide rapid feedback to supervisor and other appropriate individuals of issues that require escalation or may affect the planned repair and start-up of equipment;

• Ensure parts room is clean and organized; check inventory; coordinate with engineers and others on ordering parts;

• Demonstrated ability to report to work on a regular and consistent basis; work overtime, holidays and during plant shutdowns; follow company policies & procedures;

• Effective verbal and written communication skills; work effectively with engineers, other department's members, and contractors; use Microsoft products Excel and Word;

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment; maintain high level of production and efficiency while focused on working safely; shows attention to detail; 

• Ability to read for understanding; ability to read and follow diagrams, sketches, blueprints, operations manuals, manufacturer's manuals, and engineering specifications; good understanding of AC/DC electrical power sources in manufacturing facility; accurately complete administrative and reporting requirements; 

• Previous manufacturing maintenance experience preferred; must have mechanical aptitude; ability to work with physical demands such as bending, squatting, standing, walking, gripping, climbing, pushing & pulling, working underneath or above equipment, lifting and moving materials of 25 to 50 pounds; occasionally lifting and moving materials greater than 50 pounds; ability to operate forklift, scissors lift, cranes, etc.;

• Perform other duties and tasks as may be assigned or expected

12-hour shift
Rotating from day shift to night shift every 28 days

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two-year degree in Industrial Technology or any other related field
• Minimum three years' experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and programming (Allen Bradley and/or Mitsubishi) and HVAC a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: One location

Work Remotely: N/A

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance 
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Cancer Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Discount Tire Program 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individual(s) assigned to this position.   They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  Individuals in this position may be assigned to other duties related or unrelated to this position.

Kumho Tire Georgia (KTG) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KTG reserves the right to withdraw this job posting at any time and/or not fill the position posted.  All applicants may not be granted an interview.