Production Tech 1st shift

ABB Inc.; Pinetops (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Support role at our Pinetops, NC facility. You will support the maintenance team by following guidelines and improving overall equipment and production line efficiency.

The position is onsite in Pinetops, NC, with responsibilities including responding to emergencies, reporting recurring issues, and calibrating equipment to specifications. Qualified candidates will have at least 2+ years in a manufacturing setting, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the

Qualifications

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to monitor equipment performance.
• Ability to plan maintenance tasks and manage backlog.
• Strong troubleshooting and basic maintenance skills.
• Commitment to safety protocols and PPE usage.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs as required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and equipment breakdowns.
• Report recurring problems with machinery and equipment.
• Outline problems for record-keeping and parts identification.
• Set calibration and adjust equipment to meet production specs.

Skills

Data Analysis

Reporting

Planned Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety protocols

Lifting up to 40lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Hand tools

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Maintenance Supervisor

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the Maintenance team. Each day, you will conduct activities according to agreed maintenance guidelines and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by increasing the overall efficiency of the equipment and production line.

The work model for the role is: onsite at the Pinetops, NC facility.

• Responding to emergencies/breakdowns.
• Reporting all recurring problems with machinery and equipment.
• Outlining problems with parts that can be identified and addressed for record-keeping.
• Setting calibration and adjusting equipment, machinery, and instruments to comply with production specifications and instructions.

Qualifications for the role

• 2+ years working in a manufacturing environment
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Planned Maintenance & Backlog
• Troubleshooting and light maintenance
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required
• Knowledge and use of tools - tape measure, calipers, grinders, or other hand tools, as needed.
• Ability to safely use a ladder while performing the job, as needed
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs

Working conditions

Manufacturing plant environment requires a combination of hands-on and technical tasks. Work may involve occasional lifting of materials, climbing stairs/ladders, and walking. Employees may be required to bend, twist, or stand for extended periods.

Frequent use of computers is necessary for data entry, monitoring, and communication. Employees will also handle a variety of tools and equipment, from hand tools to machinery, requiring technical skills and adherence to safety protocols.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed shoes, is required to ensure a safe working environment. Adhering to safety guidelines is essential for all team members.

The work environment requires physical endurance, technical proficiency, and a commitment to maintaining safety standards to contribute to a productive and rewarding workplace.

More about us (Mandatory)

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power by improving electric power quality while strengthening the resilience of the grid. The Division offers segment-specific products and solutions that largely serve utilities, industry and infrastructure segments, often providing the requisite medium voltage link between high-voltage transmission systems and low-voltage users. With ABB Ability enabled connected solutions at its core, the offering includes medium-voltage air- and gas-insulated switchgear (1 to 66 kilovolts), indoor and outdoor circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, contactors, relays, instrument transformers, sensors, motor control centers, as well as low-voltage switchgear for the ANSI standard markets.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

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At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.
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