Live Oak - Technician

Milliken & Company; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking a Mechanical Technician in LaGrange, GA to perform mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance as part of the scheduled PM process and assist with unscheduled breakdowns during production. The role requires self-motivation, strong communication, and team collaboration.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of industrial mechanical experience, knowledge of drive systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and the ability to read drawings.

Qualifications

• Two years of industrial mechanical experience required.
• Electrical/Electronics/Electro-mechanical degree (2 years) preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of tools and materials common to the mechanical trade.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Basic knowledge of drive systems, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and operate motorized equipment (forklifts, tuggers, jig lift).

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance per PM schedule.
• Assist in repairing unscheduled mechanical breakdowns during production.
• Report to Departmental Supervisor and work in a team environment.
• Participate in Live Oak Complex safety process and plant safety team.
• Complete work orders and projects; comply with Continuous Skills Development (CSD) training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Electrical/Electronics/ Electro-mechanical degree (2 years)

Job description

The Mechanical Technician will report to the Departmental Supervisor and is required to perform mechanical repairs and maintenance as part of the scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) process as well as assisting in repairing unscheduled mechanical breakdowns during normal production. The Mechanical Technician shall be self-motivated, demonstrate strong communication skills, and must be able to work with others in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Should possess excellent analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve opportunities.
• Associate must have minimum 2 years industrial mechanical experience. 2 years electrical, electronics, or electro-mechanical degree from an accredited school is preferred, but not required.
• Associate must have working knowledge of the tools and materials common to the mechanical trade.
• Read and comprehend mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Associate must have basic mechanical knowledge that includes drive systems,pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be capable of using motorized equipment (i.e., forklifts, tuggers, jig lift, etc.).

Job Requirements

• Actively participate in the Live Oak Complex safety process. This includes complying with all safety rules and procedures and participating on a plant safety team.
• Work the posted PM schedule. This is typically Monday through Friday, but there are occasions when PM is scheduled on the weekends.
• Be available for after hour support or on weekends as needed.
• Able to interact effective ly with management, staff, vendors, customers, and work independently, and/or as part of a team.
• Complete work orders and projects assigned.
• Satisfactorily complete Continuous Skills Development (CSD) training requirements.