Maintenance Technician, 1st Shift

Owens Corning; Ramseur (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Substantial benefits package

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Services

Job summary

Owens Corning is seeking a Maintenance Technician at their facility in Stokesdale, NC. The role includes supporting production operations and leading complex maintenance activities, with responsibilities ranging from preventative maintenance to mentorship of junior technicians.

Ideal candidates will have significant training or experience in maintenance disciplines, and will enjoy competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of technical training or 5+ years related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical devices, electrical controls, and PLC programming.
• Prior Lockout/Tagout experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Support production operations and lead complex maintenance activities.
• Provide mentorship to junior technicians.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Technical training or related experience

Advanced knowledge of maintenance disciplines

Good mechanical skills

Prior Lockout/Tagout experience

Basic computer skills

Ability to communicate clearly

Education

2 years technical training or 5+ years experience

Tools

Basic and advanced hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Forklift

Standard shop equipment

Job description

OWENS CORNING

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

Position

Maintenance Technician

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and a substantial benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings, 401(k), liberal paid time off, Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program, and more.

Work Location & Shifts

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Monday–Friday; OT as needed

Responsibilities

Provide support of production operations and lead complex maintenance activities with the assistance of other team members. Provide mentorship to more junior technicians to advance their abilities and improve the overall maintenance department skill set.

• Use basic and advanced hand tools (gear pullers, honing/lapping tools, precision levels and alignment tools, etc.)
• Use basic and advanced power tools (hydraulic power jacks, belt lacing machines, mag drills, etc.)
• Use basic and moderately advanced measuring devices
• Drive a forklift
• Use lifting equipment (hoists, boom cranes, cherry pickers, scissor lifts, etc.)
• Use standard shop equipment (bandsaw, hydraulic press, lathe, mill, brake/shear, etc.)
• Work in confined or tight spaces
• Read and understand mechanical and wiring interconnect drawings, and service manuals
• Basic troubleshooting abilities of motion controls and electrical & electronic circuits, and sensors
• Thorough understanding of general facility and equipment maintenance (plumbing, electrical, construction, rigging, anchoring, cabinetry, etc.)
• Must be able to provide a collection of standard hand tools for daily use and a storage container to secure them
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks, to include but not limited to-machine lubrication, adjustments and alignments, part repairs, general safety, and operational checks, etc.
• Able to troubleshoot and repair complex manufacturing equipment with minimal instruction or supervision
• Proficient in machining, welding, fabrication, or a specialized related trade, etc.
• Ability to service and overhaul basic and some advanced components (air/hydraulic cylinders/motors, valve assemblies, pumps, motion elements, supporting sub-systems, etc.)
• Quickly prioritize outages and tasks while multitasking
• Analyze and resolve issues with minimal assistance
• Complete paperwork neatly and accurately
• Lead complex maintenance activities and projects and train or mentor other team members as necessary
• Work on equipment with safety as the top priority
• Able to work various shifts and overtime as required with little notice to meet production demands
• Work efficiently and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Work safely in compliance with company and OSHA safety guidelines
• Keep a clean organized work area

What Makes a Successful Team Member

Must haves include…

• 2 years of technical training or 5+ years related experience required
• Advanced knowledge of one or more skilled maintenance disciplines such as complex mechanical devices/systems, electrical controls, electronics, PLC programming and troubleshooting, sensors/sensing, etc.
• Prior Lockout/Tagout experience
• Basic computer skills
• Good mechanical skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others (written or verbally)

Would be terrific if you also had…

• Basic PLC coding and programming knowledge is a plus
• Experience in HVAC, compressed air, dust collection, and electrical distribution are pluses

Essential Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs, stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk and climb stairs
• Must be comfortable working at heights over 30 ft indoors or outdoors under conditions of high heat or extreme cold and wind
• Exposure to normal factory environment: dust, heat, and noise. Candidate must be able to withstand heat more than 95 degrees.
• Be exposed to wood dust and aluminum with no factors or hazards present to a disagreeable extent.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.