Predictive Maintenance Tech

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. in Thomson, GA is seeking a Predictive Maintenance Technician to monitor production equipment using infrared imagers, ultrasound, and vibration analysis. You will gather baselines, build trends, and generate corrective work orders while training colleagues in alignment and PdM practices.

The role requires night, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed to keep the program on schedule. Applicants should have experience with maintenance software and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with PdM instrumentation.
• ISO-recognized training or Shaw-provided training.
• Document findings and generate corrective work orders.
• Ability to analyze infrared and ultrasound data and interpret results.

Responsibilities

• Utilize PdM instruments to monitor equipment condition.
• Attend and implement ISO-recognized PdM training as required.
• Build and maintain maintenance routes, baselines and trend data.
• Create corrective work orders and verify resolution after completion.

Skills

Infrared Imagers

Ultrasound Collectors

Vibration Analyzers

Data Analysis

Maintenance Software

Tools

Vibration Software

Oil Analysis Tools

Infrared Analysis Software

Job description

Job Title Predictive Maintenance Tech Position Overview

POSITION OBJECTIVE Perform predictive maintenance tasks to monitor and assess the condition of production and infrastructure equipment, contributing to improved reliability and minimized downtime.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, technical competency, judgment, safety knowledge and responsibility

Utilize various PdM test instruments including Infrared Imagers, Ultrasound collectors, and Vibration analyzers. Effectively perform analysis of ultrasound, and infrared data to determine necessary actions Attend and implement offsite certification and training courses on theory and application of PdM technology and how to analyze the data. Training curriculum and providers must be ISO recognized, or equivalent training will be approved or provided by Shaw. Document findings, build and maintain routes, develop baselines, trend data, interpret results, create and generate corrective work orders Follow up after corrective work orders are completed to ensure the work resolved the finding and to collect new baseline data. Must gain proficiency in a variety of software packages for collection and analysis of Ultrasound, Infrared, vibration, and Oil Analysis data. Must gain proficiency in collection, importing and exporting of routes, and reporting in Vibration software Demonstrate precision lubrication techniques by leveraging ultrasound. Demonstrate ability to visually identify electrical components as they relate to Infrared scan reporting and corrective work documentation. Perform precision alignment on belts and shafts utilizing precision alignment tools, while educating and training maintenance teammates on alignment techniques Train maintenance teammates on alignment techniques Maintain the integrity and security of sensitive and technical tools. Perform job duties in a safe manner Work nights, weekends and holidays as necessary to keep program on schedule Communicate effectively with management to adequately address findings in a timely manner.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, technical competency, judgment, safety knowledge, & responsibility

Perform other duties as assigned by leadership. Actively participate in various committees. Maintain a clean work area.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to sit, stand or walk eight to twelve hours a day
• Able to bend, stoop, squat, lift, climb ladders and reach occasionally
• Able to lift/carry packages weighing up to Fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
• Able to wear OSHA and NFPA required PPE, including an 8-cal arc-flash protective suit for extended periods.
• Able to operate highly technical equipment and analyze results which include: the accurate reading of multi-color graphs and screens, discernment of colors
• Able to listen for and interpret noise anomalies of varying pitch or magnitude
• Able to make visual judgments of both a quantitative and qualitative nature at distances from six inches to twenty-five feet in varying environmental conditions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have good interpersonal, communication, leadership and organizational skills
• Must be able to work with close supervision
• Meet Shaw Technical Academy requirements for the Technician-Electrician II, or TechnicianMechanic Level B
• Computer skills with programs and software related to predictive maintenance programs and Microsoft Suites
• Attend and implement Level I Ultrasound, Infrared, and Level 2 Vibration certification courses or receive internal training by a qualified facilitator.
• This includes any PdM Tech II or member of corporate reliability.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• All related training as required by Maintenance Manager
• Must have all OSHA, SAFE, SMS, and plant specific training.
• Lockout/Tag out training
• Powered Industrial Truck training
• Training on all applied PdM tools including Infrared, Ultrasound, Vibration and Oil Analysis.

TOOL, EQUIPMENT & MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Blueprints, schematics, and sketches.
• Drill press, band saw, hand tools and power tools such as grinder, vise, pipe wrench, hammers and wrenches.
• All PPE listed on JHA
• Precision Alignment Tools Vibration Analyzer, Ultrasound Unit, Infrared Camera

SAFETY & SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

• Comply with all Corporate & Plant Safety Rules and Guidelines.
• Be aware of and alert to all safety hazards within the facility. (i.e. Lift Truck traffic).

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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