Maintenance Tech - Red Valve

Red Valve; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Valve is seeking a Maintenance Tech I to keep plant machinery and tools in working order, assist in installing new equipment, and support startup activities. The role emphasizes troubleshooting and routine maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The candidate should have 3–5 years’ maintenance experience, read blueprints, perform basic math, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. OSHA knowledge and safety compliance are valued; a high school diploma/GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 2 years related manufacturing experience; or equivalent combination with emphasis in machine operation.
• 3-5 years of maintenance experience; ability to read blueprints, layouts, diagrams and drawings; basic math; and ability to lift and handle equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure plant equipment is in working order.
• Be an active safety team member and participate in safety remediation.
• Disassemble, repair equipment and systems as needed.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot plant equipment and system issues.
• Assist in installing, leveling, setup, and startup of new machinery; anchor/level after relocation.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment improvements; escalate issues as needed.
• Maintain high quality standards and participate in Kaizen/lean initiatives.
• Keep a clean and safe work area (5S).
• May operate a forklift; participate in special projects as required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Blueprints reading

Accuracy and thoroughness

Mathematical abilities

Teamwork

Communication

Ethical conduct

Lifting 50 lbs

Background check & drug screening

Electrical and welding basics

OSHA knowledge (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2 years related manufacturing experience

Tools

Mandrels & cranes

Hoists & hand tools

Job description

Position Summary

A Red Valve Maintenance Tech I will maintain and keep in working condition all plant machinery, machine tools and equipment. You will also assist in installing new machinery and attachments, as well as the setup of present equipment, post relocation. This position requires highly motivated self-starters who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The candidate will focus on maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing production. Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Works within established procedures and guidelines with limited ability to modify methods and approach. Completes assigned tasks with a moderate degree of supervision. Follows established safety/environmental practices and regulations.

• Perform preventative maintenance and ensures that all plant equipment is maintained and in working order
• Active member on the safety team and with safety remediation
• Disassemble, repair plant equipment and systems as needed
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots plant equipment and system issues
• Assist in installing, leveling, set up, and startup of new machinery and equipment. Also, assist in anchoring and leveling or machinery and equipment after relocation
• Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements
• Escalates equipment issues as necessary
• Responsible for maintaining high quality standards
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement/lean initiatives
• Maintain a clean and safe work area through 5S and housekeeping
• May need to operate a forklift
• Participates in special projects as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or a minimum of two years related manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in machine operation.

Skills and Experience

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience
• Required: Demonstrate a high level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, and professionalism
• Required: Intermediate ability to read blueprints, layouts, diagrams, drawings, etc.
• Required: Intermediate ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
• Required: Basic mathematical abilities
• Required: Must be able to take direction and work as part of a team
• Required: Basic ability to read, write, and communicate
• Required: Ethical conduct
• Required: Ability to operate mandrels, cranes, hoists, and other various equipment typical in a manufacturing environment, as well as various hand power tools
• Required: Ability to perform physical manufacturing work; good mechanical aptitude
• Required: Must be able to lift 50lbs on a regular basis
• Required: Must be able to pass a background check and a ten panel drug screening
• Required: Basic electrical and welding experience
• Preferred: Basic computer skills
• Preferred: Experience working with the following materials is preferred: rubber, elastomers, metals
• Preferred: Certified in OSHA programs and practices

Travel

No travel required

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch. The employee may occasionally lift items as heavy as 50lbs. Specific vision abilities may include the employee's ability to see near and far distances.

Disclaimer

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of any employee assigned to this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.