Industrial Lubrication Technician

Oil-Dri Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation in Ripley, KY is seeking a Lubrication Technician in the Maintenance department. You will grease and lubricate plant equipment, clean machine parts, and generate work orders to keep operations running smoothly.

You will assist in troubleshooting, performing preventative maintenance, and supporting layout, fabrication, and pipefitting tasks. The role requires safety compliance, physical stamina, and HS Diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must understand all safety requirements and other communications.
• Must meet any skill assessment requirements.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications.
• Must demonstrate mechanical ability.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing ERP system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lubricate plant equipment and grease machines.
• Clean and lubricate machine parts such as shafts, pulleys, and gears.
• Generate and review work orders; verify completed work.
• Remove dust, dirt, grease and waste from equipment.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems and mobile equipment.
• Assist in preventative maintenance on mobile equipment.
• Assist in layout, fabrication and construction of equipment and grounds facilities.
• Assist in plumbing and pipefitting work for water, sewage, air and gas lines.
• Maintain clean work areas and comply with safety rules.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading specs

Mechanical ability

Oral and written communication

ERP knowledge

Physical stamina

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation in Ripley, KY is seeking a Lubrication Technician in the Maintenance department. You will grease and lubricate plant equipment, clean machine parts, and generate work orders to keep operations running smoothly.

You will assist in troubleshooting, performing preventative maintenance, and supporting layout, fabrication, and pipefitting tasks. The role requires safety compliance, physical stamina, and HS Diploma or equivalent.