Mechanical Technician

Owens Corning; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning in New Jersey seeks a skilled maintenance technician to support automatic production lines. You will perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, and conveyors, troubleshoot malfunctions, and read blueprints and P&ID drawings to ensure reliable operation.

You will inspect parts with precision tools, adjust components, and maintain safe working conditions while supporting weekend and night shift rotations in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 1. Technical degree preferred.
• 2. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and P&ID drawings
• 3. Ability to maintain precision measurements
• 4. Basic computer knowledge and skills
• 5. Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• 6. Strong knowledge of LTT, energy control procedures and safe working procedures
• 7. PLC and AC/DC drive experience
• 8. Must have experience with fusing, thermal overload protection, wiring size, motor theory, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical gear
• 9. Must have knowledge of basic electrical code
• 10. Must be prepared to wear all required company PPE: composite toe shoes, hearing protection, hard hats, safety glasses.
• 11. Ability to work weekends, nights and on a 12-hour shift rotation.
• 12. Ability to work in a hot or cold and outdoor environment
• 13. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, and production machines.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation to locate problems and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Removes defective parts and inspects using measuring tools and hand/power tools.
• Inspects parts to determine dimensional changes using calipers, micrometers, and other instruments.
• Adjusts parts and controls using hand tools, levels, and straightedges.
• Monitors downtime and informs production workers of maintenance practices.
• Fabricates repair parts using machine shop equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintains inventories and anticipates needed parts and supplies.
• Conserves resources by using equipment efficiently and documenting actions.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending workshops and reading technical publications.

Skills

Technical maintenance

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

English communication

PLC & electrical knowledge

Education

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

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Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

Duties

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• 1. Technical degree preferred.
• 2. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and P&ID drawings
• 3. Ability to maintain precision measurements
• 4. Basic computer knowledge and skills
• 5. Ability to read, write and communicate in English6. Strong knowledge of LTT, energy control procedures and safe working procedures
• 7. PLC and AC/DC drive experience
• 8. Must have experience with fusing, thermal overload protection, wiring size, motor theory, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical gear9. Must have knowledge of basic electrical code
• 10. Must be prepared to wear all required company PPE: composite toe shoes, hearing protection, hard hats, safety glasses.
• 11. Ability to work weekends, nights and on a 12-hour shift rotation.
• 12. Ability to work in a hot or cold and outdoor environment
• 13. Must beeligible to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis
• Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visitwww.owenscorning.com .

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.