Reliability Technician C - C Shift

Shawfloorscareers; Ringgold (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries in Ringgold, GA is seeking a Reliability Technician C on the C shift to maintain and optimize manufacturing equipment. You will perform preventive and predictive maintenance, execute repairs, and support continuous improvements to reduce downtime and lower costs.

You will be responsible for safe work practices, accurate documentation, and collaboration with operations and leadership to improve performance and reliability across processes.

Qualifications

• Safety practices - LOTO, Confined Space, PPE, Hot Work, PIT, Fall Protection, Hoisting & Rigging
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics
• Carry out lubrication and maintenance planning
• Develop maintenance plans and analyze equipment performance
• Operate measurement tools and documentation systems

Responsibilities

• Maintain process and support equipment at high performance levels
• Repair equipment to minimize downtime and safety risks
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance plans
• Document work orders and requisition parts
• Lead or assist reliability techs on mechanical projects
• Provide feedback on maintenance improvements and training

Skills

Safety practices

Calculator & computer application

Measurement techniques

Math skills

Reading schematics

Tool selection & usage

Lubrication schedules

Power transmission know-how

Piping/conveyance systems

Alignment techniques

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Failure analysis & corrective actions

Job description

Shaw Plant RP, 1015 Industrial Blvd, Ringgold, GA 30736 USA

Full time

R-156947

Job Title

Reliability Technician C - C Shift

Position Overview

POSITION PURPOSE:

To maintain and ensure capacity of equipment assets in assigned areas of responsibility that impact optimal efficiencies at lowest reasonable cost.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

Execution of assigned tasks and duties with focus on:

Safe work practices High quality, precision work with a customer service orientation in support of “Great Products & Service” Adherence to standards and best practice application acquired through training and work experience Grow in knowledge of maintenance practices and equipment performance, understanding their impact on manufacturing processes and business objectives Provide feedback on job assignment needs and improvement opportunities with peers and leadership

POSITION DUTIES & TASKS:

• Maintain manufacturing process and support equipment to highest, reasonable performance levels to include mechanical systems including, but not limited to:

• Power transmission components - bearings, pulleys/sheaves, shafts/rollers, couplings, sprockets, chains, belts, motors, and gearboxes.

• Conveyance systems – product/process related, as well as those tied to utilities such as steam, water, air, electricity, etc. which could include pumps, piping, etc.

• Mechanical control systems - including related hydraulic & pneumatic elements

• Execute repairs of equipment causing or contributing to safety, quality, downtime/productivity opportunities and issues

• Communicate findings, identifying potential causes, and correction steps to operations and maintenance leadership

• Execute and provide feedback on proactive maintenance plans on assigned equipment to include:

• Preventive Maintenance (PM) - inspection & measurement of equipment components for proper function, including replacement of components on pre-defined schedules and lubrication

• Predictive Maintenance (PdM) – inspection and measurement of equipment performance applying Infrared Thermography, collection of oil samples for outside analysis, and basic ultrasound measurement with audible evaluation

• Condition Maintenance (CM) – repair and replacement of components identified as requiring attention through PM & PdM activities, including influence in the development of detailed job plans

• Execute assigned or scheduled work orders in support of projects and process improvement (PI) efforts identified as critical to business objectives Mentor Reliability Techs C & D in development of needed skills, while continuing to strengthen personal skills through assisting Reliability Tech A’s and Leads in installation and removal of general mechanical systems

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Safety practices - LOTO, Confined Space, PPE, Hot Work, PIT, Fall Protection, Hoisting & Rigging, and Hoisting & Rigging

• Calculator and Computer application – work order documentation, parts requisitioning

• Measurement units, techniques and application of appropriate tools

• Math skills to include

• Arithmetic

• Application of formulas such as area, volume.

• Conversion of measurement units

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics and make simple sketches

• Identification and selection of proper tools, focused on selection of the right tool for work assignment application

• Selection and development of lubrication schedules, including application methods and systems

• Power transmission system and component removal and installation techniques and procedures

• Plumbing/piping conveyance system and component removal and installation techniques and procedures

• Precision alignment techniques for direct coupled elements, including laser alignment

• Basic fabrication skills including knowledge of welding and cutting techniques and tools

• Intermediate troubleshooting techniques of mechanical systems, understanding electrical interactions

• Common cause failure modes and correction of in mechanical systems.

COMPETENCIES

• Work Standards
• Solve Problems
• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Collaboration

Note: This position may be filled at a lower level based on the candidate’s qualifications. Compensation is based on experience.

Work Shift

12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change only

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

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