Industrial Materials Application Technician

Minerals Technologies Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health/Dental/Vision plans

401k company match

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability & Long Term Dis.

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Minerals Technologies Inc. is seeking a Steel Mill Laborer in Mobile, AL. You will apply Minteq products, operate equipment, and perform basic maintenance to support production and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a High School Diploma, ability to read/communicate in English, and willingness to work rotating shifts with safety as a priority. Competitive benefits and a safety‑driven environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak and read English.
• Six months steel mill service or related experience preferred.
• Mechanical/electrical/hydraulic knowledge is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Apply Minteq products and operate related equipment as required.
• Follow standard operating procedures for equipment and product applications.
• Assist in inventory rotation and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Complete paperwork during shift handovers and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Adaptability

Initiative

Integrity

Customer focus

Quality focus

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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: Minteq, a Minerals Technologies company, is the global leader in designing and delivering advanced technological solutions for a multitude of industrial applications. From design and installation to the maintenance of customized solutions, we provide truly turnkey solutions that help our partners increase productivity, enhance yields, reduce downtime, and lower overall costs.

Position: Steel Mill Laborer

Location: USA | Mobile, AL

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

This role is classified as safety sensitive. Candidates must pass a pre employment drug screen, including testing for THC, and will be subject to random testing.

Responsibilities

Job Summary: As a technician you will apply Minteq products and perform basic equipment maintenance.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Apply material and use all relevant equipment as required
• Follow all standard operating procedures regarding equipment and applications of product
• Assist in the rotation of product inventory
• Operate equipment and preform basic maintenance
• Maintain all equipment in working order, with clean appearance
• Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment
• Complete all required paperwork during turn
• Maintain a strong focus on satisfying the customer

Safety - Actively participate in our ongoing safety culture which includes the following:

• Follow all safety requirements of host mill
• Complete clarity net trainings
• Complete near miss reporting and participate in stop card program
• Complete consistent risk assessments

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.

Note: Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must have ability to speak and read English.

Knowledge:

Six months experience in Steel Mill Service, previous steel-making or other related experience. Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic experience. Basic knowledge of company products, applications and equipment.

Skills & Abilities:

Communication, interpersonal, adaptability, initiative, integrity, customer and quality focus, problem solving, safety awareness.

Physical:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (or more in certain shops). Must be able to withstand the physical pressures of constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sitting, extremes of hot and cold, as well as carrying, lift, push and pull heavy objects. Must be able to handle a high level of stress

General:

May require working rotating shifts, emergency call outs, and overtime. Must wear all required safety gear. May be requested to travel. Valid Driver's License required.

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