Operator - Emulsion

Austin Powder; McArthur Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder is hiring a maintenance technician to inspect and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and auxiliary systems at our facility in the United States. You will perform DOT and pre-trip inspections, carry out PM services, diagnose drivability issues, and log labor hours in SQ7 software.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, 18+ years of age, and ATF explosive processor qualification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive as needed.
• Must meet state and federal explosive laws and qualify as ATF explosive processor.
• 1+ years manufacturing experience or explosive/chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with ability to operate various machinery.
• Willing to work varying shifts and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and auxiliary systems.
• Perform DOT and pre-trip inspections per FMSCR guidelines.
• Carry out scheduled PM services daily, weekly, monthly, yearly.
• Diagnose drivability issues using diagnostic tools.
• Log labor hours and track parts in SQ7 software.
• Communicate inventory needs to leads and supervisors.
• Weld and fabricate as needed; maintain pumps and auxiliary systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical and lighting systems; follow SOPs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment; adhere to PPE rules.
• Collaborate with team and maintain a positive attitude.
• Operate machinery and assist with cross-training as required.

Skills

Basic Math

Documentation

Manual dexterity

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Overtime availability

Ladder work

Hearing protection

Forklift certified

Ability to lift 60 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Minimum age 18

ATF explosive processor qualification

Tools

SQ7 maintenance software

Explosive processing equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct inspections and repairs on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and auxiliary systems.

• Perform DOT and pre-trip inspections in accordance with FMSCR 392, 393, and 396.

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) services-daily, weekly, monthly, and annually.

• Diagnose drivability issues using computerized diagnostic tools.

• Complete work orders, log labor hours, and track parts usage in SQ7 vehicle maintenance software.

• Communicate inventory needs leads and supervisors.

• Execute welding and fabrication tasks as needed.

• Maintain and repair pumps and auxiliary systems.

• Understand and troubleshoot electrical and lighting systems.

• Fill out required documentation and follow Standard Operating Procedures.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Collaborate effectively with team members and maintain a positive attitude.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver's license

• Minimum age of 18

• Must meet all state and federal explosive laws and qualify as an atf explosive processor

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience or

• 1+ years explosive or chemical manufacturing

• Mechanically inclined

• Availability to work various shifts and overtime on short notice

Skills, Knowledge, and Requirements

• Basic Math skills (basic counting skills required)

• Ability to read and maintain proper documentation as required.

• Meet requirements of all state and federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive processor.

• Must be able to work in various conditions (hot/cold and wet floors)

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

• Availability to work various shifts as required by business demands.

• Must be able to work in loud work environment; hearing protection required in some areas (range of 50 - 90 decibels)

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis.

• Must be able to stand/walk up to 10 hours per day.

• Have high manual dexterity.

• Ability to work overtime when applicable.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to wear work uniforms and required PPE.

• Ability to get fitted and wear formal respirator, half face style, as needed.

• Ability to work on a ladder (i.e., heightened work surface)

• Must be forklift certified.

• May have to be certified to drive box truck and semi-tractor.

• Must be able to operate various types of machinery and set up of machines

• Must understand the need to be cross trained and willing to do different tasks daily.

Work Environment

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affimitive Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.