Night Shift Baghouse Technicians

Koch Enterprises, Inc.; Henderson, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Preferred Operations Schedule (2-2-3,

non-rotating)

Job summary

Audubon Metals LLC, located in Henderson, Kentucky, is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician to work a 12-hour shift on an alternating 36/48 hour week. The role focuses on preventative maintenance of baghouses, filter changes, dust collection, and on-site repairs to keep operations running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will be capable of learning quickly, remain composed in a fast-paced environment, and work well within a maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Basic computer literacy for PM records and logs.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read Ladder Logic diagrams.
• Metal cutting and fabrication capability.
• Adherence to PPE and safety policies.
• Maintain 7S organization around equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies and procedures for equipment maintenance.
• Repair equipment on baghouses and perform PMs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical failures as needed.
• Replace worn hydraulic lines and cylinders as necessary.
• Evaluate electrical issues and perform repairs.
• Troubleshoot 12V/24V DC electrical systems.
• Welding on equipment per supervisor instructions.
• Ensure PM findings are documented for further repairs.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Read Ladder Logic

Metal fabrication

PPE compliance

7S housekeeping

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Audubon Metals, 3055 Ohio Drive, Henderson, Kentucky, United States of America

Job Description

Audubon Metals LLC is located in Henderson, Kentucky and began its operations in 1996 with an in-house heavy media sortation process and a single reverberatory furnace. Since then the company has continued to expand its Kentucky operations and has added a second facility in Corsicana, Texas. "Automotive shredder residue," from automotive shredders throughout North America, is the main raw product brought in to our facility. We pride ourselves on being the only facility within the United States with a sortation and secondary smelter under one roof. We produce aluminum alloy ingots and sows for the automotive industry. Audubon Metals LLC is a subsidiary of Koch Enterprises Inc., headquartered in Evansville, Indiana.

Job Summary

Audubon Metals LLC is accepting applications for a full-time Maintenance Technician. The person in this position will need to be able to work a 12 hour shift on an alternating 36/48 hour work week. The ideal applicant will be able to thrive and keep their composure while working in a fast-paced environment, capable of being a quick learner, and able to work well within the Maintenance team. Baghouse Technicians are responsible for conducting preventative maintenance on the bag houses, changing out filters, collecting bags filled with dust and dirt, and identifying any problems in order to make repairs as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Follow company policies and procedures related to equipment.
• Repair of equipment on the baghouses.
• Troubleshoot various mechanical and equipment failures to determine needed repair.
• Perform scheduled PMs on all equipment.
• Replace broken or worn hydraulic lines and replace hydraulic cylinders as necessary.
• Evaluate and troubleshoot AC/DC electrical issues.
• Perform electrical repairs as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot and work on 12V and 24V DC electrical systems.
• Ability to weld on equipment as directed by the maintenance supervisor.
• Must be able to supply basic tools required on the department tool list.
• Responsible for properly documenting PM findings to analyze and determine the need for additional repairs.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Previous experience working in industrial maintenance is preferred.
• Troubleshooting abilities as well as a mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to read Ladder Logics.
• Metal cutting and fabrication capabilities.
• Must adhere to all Safety and Environmental policies for all equipment maintenance operations.
• Responsible for wearing all required PPE in accordance to company standards and in regards to tasks being performed.
• Maintain 7S organization as related to equipment.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or Higher
  • Previous experience in a similar setting is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform tasks of varying physical intensities.
• The abilities to work in varying temperatures and climates.
• Capable of standing or kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive reaching and moving throughout the shift.
• Ability to push/pull up to 40 pounds.
• Capable of passing a Pulmonary Function Test in order to wear a respirator.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Preferred Operations Schedule (2-2-3, non-rotating)

Audubon Metals, 3055 Ohio Drive, Henderson, Kentucky, United States of America