Junior Maintenance Technician 1st Shift 7AM - 7PM 2/2/3 Shift

Sweeping Corporation of America; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweeping Corporation of America is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve plant utility systems. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and KPI adherence, with opportunities to drive continuous improvement.

You will work with contractors and vendors, execute planned maintenance, and ensure critical equipment uptime while documenting work in the CMMS system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Industrial maintenance vocational program or 2+ years in field preferred.
• Experience in industrial maintenance with electrical/mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve industrial equipment and systems.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders for maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate parts orders, downtime, and safety/compliance procedures.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Fork truck operation

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Multi-tasking

Excel/Word

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Industrial Maintenance vocational program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve the various utility systems around the plant and property. Ensure that quality, safety, performance, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met. Support and encourage continuous improvement.

Areas of Responsibility / Tasks

1. General Policy

1. Ensure all equipment, building and plant operations are SAFE and in good working condition.
2. Plan, organize and execute tasks and/or repairs.
3. Implement engineering changes to equipment as necessary.
4. Responsible for planning, coordinating, and execution of installations of new and existing equipment.
5. Work with Contractors, Vendors, OEM Suppliers and Machine Shops as necessary.
6. Coordinate parts orders as needed for repairs and projects.
7. Ensure schedule and delivery of parts and equipment are communicated as needed to eliminate down time.
8. Execute planned downtime routine activities such as grinder blade changes or extruder screw changes.
9. Perform 'heavy' repair tasks with a team such as large bearing changes or extruder gearbox changes.
10. Track performance data points for equipment as needed. Demonstrate skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
11. Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematic diagrams and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
12. Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
13. Perform preventative maintenance tasks and projects on production equipment.
14. Implement capital expenditure projects on-time, on-budget, right the first time and safely.
15. Maintain tools and consumables in good working condition and well organized.
16. Follow all Quality, Safety, and Environmental Procedures.
17. Uphold the Blue Polymer Code of Conduct standards.
18. Support Continuous Improvement efforts as needed.
19. Ensure all work is performed to standards and documented within the CMMS system.
20. Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager or requested by the Management Team.

Minimum Qualifications/ Education / Experience / Certifications

1. Education:

1. Must have High School diploma or of equivalent value.
2. Must have completed vocational school Industrial Maintenance program or have two years (minimum) work experience in the field of Industrial Maintenance.

Experience in an industrial maintenance environment, with demonstrated knowledge of at least one of the following: electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems

1. Experience:

1. Ability to operate a fork truck and articulate boom.
2. Must possess excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
3. Ability to read, speak and write English efficiently preferred.
4. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
5. Detail oriented and ability to prioritize.
6. Ability to multi-task.
7. Preferred if skilled in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Competencies; Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA)

To perform this role successfully, an individual must have experience achieving desired result(s) in their areas of responsibility. The requirements listed below are representative of observable behaviors and essential knowledge, skill, and abilities required of a successful incumbent within our culture.

1. Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, with/or without the use of a private office.
2. Must be comfortable working in a non-climate controlled environment.
3. Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.
4. Some projects or repairs may require evening or weekend work to accommodate business needs.
5. All injuries regardless of severity must be reported to your Supervisor/HR immediately.

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