Cold Mill Electrical Maintenance Shift Tech

North American Stainless; Ghent (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Stainless in Ghent, KY seeks a Maintenance Technician to support electrical, electronic, and automation systems across the plant. You will troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, and participate in downtime activities while coordinating with engineers, supervisors, and operations to verify repairs.

The role involves lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces, with day or shift work and a focus on safety and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).
• Two years of industrial experience and/or technical degree or field related to Industrial Automation.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and coordinates with operations to address maintenance issues.
• Maintains up-to-date list of maintenance issues in assigned areas.
• Coordinates with Mechanical Maintenance team and outside contractors to schedule work based on urgency.
• Collaborates on projects/upgrades with Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor/Engineer and manufacturers.
• Ensures spare parts are stocked for assigned areas and coordinates with suppliers.
• Maintains cleanliness and housekeeping in assigned areas.

Skills

Industrial automation experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for providing maintenance services to the entire plant, primarily regarding issues involving electrical, electronic, or automation problems. The Technician’s primary responsibility is to address breakdowns involving automation and/or electrical systems. In addition, the position requires work during scheduled downtime including Preventative Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance. The role also involves advanced troubleshooting of sophisticated automation systems, system redesign, and new equipment installation. The Technician works as a team member of the Maintenance crew on either Day Turn or Shift Work. The job involves independent work on troubleshooting or repairing electrical or mechanical systems, or collaborating with other maintenance crew members on work orders or breakdowns. The Technician also works with Maintenance Engineers and supervisors on work orders and breakdowns, and interacts with Operations personnel to determine the functionality of repairs or modifications to existing and new systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs inspections, consults with operations, and checks downtime reports to stay current on any maintenance issues or problems in the Mechanic’s assigned areas.
2. Keeps an up‑to‑date list of all maintenance issues in the Mechanic’s assigned areas.
3. Works with the Mechanical Maintenance team (Engineer, Maintenance Group Leader) and outside contractors to get the needed work scheduled and completed as soon as possible based on urgency.
4. Collaborates with the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor and Mechanical Maintenance Engineer on projects and upgrades in the Mechanic’s assigned areas, potentially involving equipment manufacturers or other outside companies.
5. Ensures all necessary spare parts are stocked for the Mechanic’s assigned areas, coordinating with manufacturers or outside companies as needed.
6. Keeps the Mechanic’s assigned areas clean and free from accumulated trash or used parts, scheduling housekeeping work as needed.
7. Repairs or replaces defective or damaged components that affect any mill equipment, including identifying, retrieving, and installing the required parts.
8. Completes work as assigned on maintenance work orders, covering electrical, mechanical, and automation tasks performed during downtime or while the machine is running.
9. Fills out any required information to pass on to the rest of maintenance.
10. Completes PM Check Sheets where required.
11. Performs any miscellaneous jobs assigned verbally or in writing by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Engineer, or Mill Manager.
12. Fills in for other Maintenance Technicians as required.
13. Physical requirements include lifting at least 50 pounds, climbing ladders, twisting, bending, stooping, and working in narrow, confined areas.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Other duties as assigned.
2. Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).
• Two years of industrial experience and/or technical degree or field related to Industrial Automation.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Mobility within the plant.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc., while performing duties.
• Frequent use of hands for technical tasks.
• Occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Visual ability with or without correction.
• Strong communication abilities.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
2. Follow company safety rules.
3. Report absence of or defects in protective equipment or clothing to Supervisor or Manager immediately.
4. Use or wear required protective equipment:

• Safety shoes.
• Safety glasses.
• Hearing protection.
• Hard hat.
• Respirators (requires clean shaven).
• Fire retardant clothing.
• Acid PPE.

1. Report to Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or company policy.
2. Follow all Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines.
3. Follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations.
4. Maintain a clean and safe work area.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
2. Maintain clean, well‑ventilated, and safe work areas.

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Abide by the Acerinox Code of Conduct.
• Stay informed through company email account.
• Maintain Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings.
• Abide by all security procedures.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to learn, adapt, and retain information.
• Have strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.