Mechanical Maintenance

Mineração Belocal Ltda.; Crab Orchard (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k) with employer match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Lhoist North America is seeking a Maintenance Team Member to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, install new systems, and ensure safe, efficient operations across plant operations. The role requires reading blueprints and work orders, and it involves welding and basic electrical tasks on a rotating schedule.

You will work in a demanding mining environment, collaborating with teams to meet quality and safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while

Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance experience required.
• Welding experience preferred.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts, including holidays.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and install new equipment.
• Maintain safe and efficient work areas.
• Assist outside contractors as needed.
• Maintain documentation and participate in audits.
• Follow safety policies and procedures and support SQF compliance where applicable.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Welding

Industrial environment

Teamwork

Shift work

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Blueprints & drawings

Job description

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Lhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future.
• Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time.
• We also offer an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future.
• We recognize that growth doesn't stop at the workplace. That's why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

At Lhoist North America, your success is our investment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment, troubleshoot and repair all plant equipment, install all new plant equipment, maintain safe and efficient work condition of all mobile equipment, perform minor electrical work, work with outside contractors on equipment and keep parts rooms neat and orderly.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

• Reporting Report any unsafe condition to a supervisor immediately
• Complete pre-shift inspection on equipment
• Complete time use maintenance reports
• Inventory Assist in tracking inventory as directed
• Safety Attend safety meetings
• Enforce company, local, state and federal safety policies and procedures
• Maintain Company and Federal House Keeping Standards
• Quality System Implement all elements of the quality manual
• Maintain validity of documentation affecting the positions listed above
• Maintain validity of all procedures affecting the positions listed above
• Training Provide on-the-job training, as assigned
• Verify on-the-job training, as assigned
• Safe Quality Food (SQF) Ensure a SQF workplace and follow regulatory compliance with Federal FDA - Food Modernization Safety Act (CFR Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Part 507)
• Support Environmental Health and Safety, as well as SQF initiatives and awareness programs
• Be a leader and promoter of employee safety and SQF culture
• Following completion of SQF training, demonstrate understanding of expected safety, SQF performance and Food Safety Culture
• Complete periodic SQF training(s)
• Each site location will ensure training is conducted for new employees and continued for existing employees
• Employees will actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, SQF and environmental compliance at the site.
• Perform other duties as assigned

ATTRIBUTES:

• Electrician/Maintenance Team Member
• Maintenance Team Member
• Preventative Maintenance
• Welding experience.
• Industrial background with good troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able perform basic mathematical computations.
• Ability to detect potential problems through observation in the field.
• Must be able work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes.
• Must have a telephone and be open to call-outs.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts for an extended day period during plant outages.
• Proven self-direction and leadership abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.
• Must be a team player who works well with others.
• Must be open minded, willing to learn, and receptive to change.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors and peers.
• Good decision-making skills regarding safety
• Basic knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment related to maintenance work is desired.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as work orders, blueprints, mechanical drawings, safety rules, standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Basic knowledge of current environmental regulations and practices as they relate to the industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels. Must be capable of performing the essential job duties required in this position. Will be working at times in office environment but mainly in a mining environment. The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Mineral Particles. The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting. Ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed. Ability to wear all required safety gear including but not limited to: fall protection harness, gloves, glasses, hard hat, steel toed boots, welding helmet, etc.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

High School Diploma, GED Equivalent, or demonstrated skills or ability and/or formal technical training through apprenticeship or technical school.