Maintenance Lube Technician

Alfa Laval Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lubrication Technician I to support the health and reliability of machinery. In this role, you will be responsible for lubricating equipment such as pumps and conveyors, troubleshooting failures, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. This full-time position offers a stable schedule and the opportunity to develop skills in predictive technology. If you are looking to contribute to a team that values innovation and reliability, this role is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical job duties including bending and lifting.
• Must be able to read and interpret manuals and blueprints.
• Prior maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lubricate rotating equipment such as pumps and conveyors.
• Troubleshoot lubrication related failures and participate in root cause analysis.
• Maintain lubrication inventory storage room.

Skills

Lubrication of equipment

Troubleshooting lubrication failures

Basic computer skills

Physical job duties

Ability to work in confined spaces

Understanding of safety policies

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rulers

Calipers

Micrometers

Stick welding machines

MIG welding machines

Acetylene torches

Plasma cutters

Job description

This position is in Cargill's food and bioindustrial business, where manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice companies rely on us to consistently deliver the products and services they need, and use our technical expertise and market knowledge to develop innovative products.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Lubrication Technician I, will perform lubrication of equipment and troubleshoot lubrication failures of production or warehouse equipment with frequent guidance. In this role, you will support the overall health and reliability of machinery to keep the plant running safely and effectively by lubricating equipment such as pumps, conveyors, elevators and valves and support root cause analysis of failures.

Job type: Full time
Schedule: 1st shift Monday to Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Compensation: $28.87/hr

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Key Accountabilities

• Lubricate rotating equipment such as pumps, conveyors, elevators and valves.
• Complete filtration of lubrication systems.
• Pull samples for oil analysis.
• Troubleshoot lubrication related failures and participate in root cause analysis as needed.
• Maintain all lubrication inventory storage room and prepare all transportation devices for plant use.
• Build skill set for vibration and predictive technology.
• Understand and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work overtime including holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts with advance notice
• Able to read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, drawings, and work orders to perform required maintenance and repairs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Maintenance experience (2+ years)
• Able to read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, drawings and work orders to perform required maintenance and repairs
• Must be able to make sketches/drawings for fabrication
• Working knowledge to use rulers, calipers, micrometers and other measuring instruments
• Able to use a stick and MIG welding machines and demonstrate basic welding skills
• Have the knowledge and ability to use acetylene torches and plasma cutters

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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