Maintenance Technician (2nd shift)

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician in Conover, North Carolina. The role involves repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various machines and equipment, while also conducting facility maintenance as required. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, follow safety protocols diligently, and be able to work independently as well as in team settings.

Qualifications

• 1 year of technician experience in a manufacturing environment (electrical and mechanical).
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operational instructions.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain various types of machines and equipment.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance as scheduled.
• Analyze recurring problems and develop permanent repair solutions.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills in mechanical components

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting skills

Ability to operate lift truck and scissor lift

Attendance/Punctuality

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Maintenance Technicians are required to repair, maintain, build, overhaul and troubleshoot problems with various types of machines and equipment. As well as perform facility maintenance as needed.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Education & Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review maintenance work orders and P.M.’s and projects assigned daily to insure tasks are being completed in a timely manner.
• Analyze any reoccurring problems with machinery & equipment and come up with permanent repair ideas and fixes and cost reduction.
• Perform preventative & routine maintenance as scheduled in a timely manner.
• The ability to look up repair parts via prints and/or spreadsheets, catalogs or online, or discuss with outside vendors and get quotes to fill out requisition forms to be approved for parts to be ordered.
• Provide own tools.
• Perform work on mechanical drive systems such as belts, pulleys, speed reducers, roller chain, sprockets, shafts and bearings mostly used on conveyor systems and tables.
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical components and systems.
• Operate lift truck, scissor lift, boom lift and other equipment as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and practices.
• Must be able to operate and understand lockout/tagout procedures.
• Responsible for housekeeping duties in the maintenance work area and any area where repairs are being made on the plant floor; this includes wiping down any machinery worked on.
• Perform facility/building maintenance and repair and projects as needed and required in a timely manner.
• Must follow all rules, policies, and procedures outlined in the company handbook.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot in electrical systems and components: 480-volts 3 phase, 220-volt single phase, 110 single phase, 24-volt AC and DC control voltage used on contactor, drives, photo eyes, proximity switches, coils, limit switches, safety switches, fuses and breakers.
• Ability to replace failed electrical components as needed.
• Hydraulic troubleshooting skills
• Must be able to identify failed hydraulic components and repair as needed on hydraulic systems control valves, pumps, cylinders and pressure transducers.

Education

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of technician experience in a manufacturing environment (electrical and mechanical)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.

Our Values

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity / Veteran / Disability Employer