Maintenance Technician - Oxco, Inc

About Oxco
Since 1994, OXCO has built a strong reputation for delivering quality materials with the most reliable service in the industry. Located in a spacious and clean, state of the art facility near Charlotte, NC, OXCO's strategic partnerships and in-house production capabilities allow us to supply products that are custom solutions for our diverse customer base. Poised for growth, we play a vital role in the production and distribution of nonwoven fabrics and textile products that serve our target markets. We are a tight knit team and like to have fun while working hard. This position is a Monday-Friday split shift from 10am-6pm. Oxco, Inc. offers a positive work culture, great benefits, 401k match, flexible pay-up to 3 times / week when YOU need it and so much more!

Summary
Responsible for keeping the facility operating by performing routine and preventive maintenance as well as by repairing problems when they are discovered. Ensure all plant equipment and machinery are operating in optimum condition. The Maintenance Technician will be required to perform a wide range of repair and cleaning tasks throughout and around the facility and may be required to work alternate shift hours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, behavior and actions in accordance with Oxco’s Valued Colleague Pledge and Oxco core values of Caring, Creativity, Determination, Dependability and Teamwork
• Identify and fix potential safety hazards to avoid injuries
• Conduct all maintenance actions taking into account Lockout/Tagout requirements and all other safety precautions, without exception
• Repair equipment problems in a timely manner when they are discovered
• Apply preventative measures to the machinery and equipment to reduce the risk of future problems. Work with Production Manager and Production Scheduler to schedule required downtime.
• Troubleshoot operational issues to determine and fix root causes. Identify and distinguish between mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic and programing/PLC related issues.
• Help to coordinate proactive maintenance strategy for all production equipment, to include cost estimates and budget planning
• Communicate necessary information to the appropriate shift/department to ensure effective operations
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies required for preventative maintenance measures on the machinery, equipment and building.
• Perform building maintenance and resolve electrical issues as they arise
• Perform some fabrication work, as needed, to address machine issues or continuous improvement opportunities and projects.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area (5S) and follow all safety guidelines. Maintain and improve shop cleanliness and organization. Help to clean machines and equipment in a clean and production ready state at all times.
• Work during alternate shift hours to support maintenance needs on other shifts, as needed
• Raise any issues or concerns that arise during day-to-day work to the Production Manager or Manufacturing Director

Qualifications

Education:

• A high school diploma or GED

Required Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in repairing and fixing machinery and equipment that is used in a manufacturing environment and/or the converting industry.
• Electrical – comfortable with industrial power circuits from 24 VDC to 480VAC, single and 3-phase power. wiring, motors, breakers, panels, machine controls, and read electrical drawings.
• Fabrication experience – hand tools, welding, basic machining, and carpentry.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with employees and managers in a pleasant manner
• Attention to detail to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked
• Physical stamina to handle a full shift of being active and working on the building
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance

Skills:

• Computer - proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Mathematical reasoning - perform mathematical and measurement conversions, knowledge of common units for spare parts
• Problem Solving – work independently and with others to resolve issues
• Collaboration – Work effectively with the manufacturing team and other personnel to achieve established outcomes
• Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication
• Multi-tasking – Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks within established deadlines

License or Certification:

• N/A

Job Type: Full-time

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Oxco, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Oxco, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications and business needs at the time.